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Pierce took the oath on March 4, 1853.
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Who was the first president to affirm his oath of office rather than swear it?
Franklin Pierce
Who was the first us president to affirm his oath rather than swear it?
Franklin Pierce he is also the only one to recite his inaugurational address form memory WOW
When taking oath of office for president what word can be subtituted for swear?
"affirm' is the word that can be used in place of "swear". I believe that Franklin Pierce is the only president to use "affirm" so far.
What happened on Franklin Pierce inauguration day?
Pierce made his inaugural address from memory and it was well received. He chose to say "affirm" instead of "swear" when he took the oath.
Who was the second president to affirm rather than swear his oath?
Franklin Pierce was the first. I'm not aware that there has been a second person. Although Theodore Roosevelt didn't use a bible when taking his oath.
What is the oath of office for the presidency?
Presidential Oath of Office I do solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will faithfully execute the Office of President of the United States, and will to the best of my Ability, preserve, protect and defend the Constitution of the United States.
What is the presidential oath?
i do solemnly wear( or affirm) that will faithflly execute the office of president of the united state, and will to the best of my ability, preserve, protect, and defend the constitution of the united states.
Which President was the first to take the oath of office in January?
The first time the presidential oath of office was taken in January was at the beginning of Franklin D. Roosevelt's second term on January 20, 1937.
What does the President swear to do in his Presidential Oath?
Presidential Oath of Office required to be sworn by every US President."I do solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will faithfully execute the office of presidential of the United States, and will to the best of my ability, preserve, protect, and defend the constitution of the United States"
What was the effect of Richard Nixons resignation from the presidency?
Geral Ford took the presidential oath of office.
Persons opposed to swearing in an oath may say?
They may say "I affirm".
What may Persons opposed to swearing in an oath say instead?
Persons opposed to swearing in an oath may say "I affirm" or "I promise" instead of using language that conflicts with their beliefs. This alternative language allows individuals to make a commitment without invoking a higher power or swearing by it.
