If Hawaii had entered the Union five years later, would they be saying these things about Mr. Obama. I DOUBT IT.
We should be very careful about this question.
I agree that the question is legitimate and it brings up the issue of whether we conservatives really believe in original intent or we only adopt it when convenient.
McCain may very well be eligible but it is not really clear based on past presidents and there being no actual settled arguments.
The article above describes that the 1st congress declared the meaning of natural born to include born to US citizens abroad. Absent other evidence, that would sway me toward recognizing McCain as eligible.
For Freepers to close off debate merely because the result is one they desire is not a good thing. A strict “natural born” interpretation may shield us from worse future candidates who gain popularity with the masses. Remember the law of unintended consequences.