As of 1/1/2010 only the following 15 Presidents are verified Masons - the rest are not:
James Monroe
Andrew Jackson
James K. Polk
James Buchanan
Andrew Johnson
James Garfield
William McKinley
William H. Taft
Warren G. Harding
Harry S. Truman
Lyndon Johnson
Gerald Ford
It is so much easier to name the fifteen which were Masons: Washington, Monroe, Jackson, Polk, Buchanan, A. Johnson, Garfield, McKinley, T. Roosevelt, Taft, Harding, F. Roosevelt, Truman, L. Johnson, Ford.
First, the Freemasons are a nationally-known fraternal organization, with a history of more than three hundred years. But because some of their rituals are secret, various conspiracy theories have been spread about them, none of which are accurate. A number of famous men throughout history have been involved with the Masons: the organization is known for charitable and philanthropic work, and it encourages ethical behavior in all members. Some evangelical Christian groups have been opposed to the Masons, however, because the Masons tend to be skeptical about religious dogma; and while most Masons do accept a Supreme Being, there is no requirement that members follow a specific faith or doctrine.
That said, according to U.S. News & World Report magazine, which wrote about the subject, there are twelve U.S. presidents who have been Masons: in fact, George Washington earned the title of Master Mason. James Monroe and Andrew Jackson were Masons, and many sources say Thomas Jefferson and James Madison were too. 20th century presidents who were Masons include William McKinley, Teddy Roosevelt, William Howard Taft, Warren G. Harding, Franklin D. Roosevelt, Harry Truman, and Gerald Ford. Lyndon B. Johnson was initiated but completed only the first of the three Masonic degrees and thus was not a true member. And while Ronald Reagan never formally became a Mason, he was said to be an Honorary Member, and he participated in a number of events that were associated with the Grand Lodge of Washington DC. There is no evidence that Bill Clinton, George W. Bush and Barack Obama are Freemasons.
There have been forty-four presidents and only fifteen were Masons, so it is easier to name the ones which were. John Adams and Jefferson were the first non-masonic Presidents.
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Many men throughout history have joined a Masonic lodge, and there have been 16 presidents who were members. However, there is no evidence that Mr. Obama has ever joined the Masons.
First, let me tell you my opinion about the Masons. Masons are a bunch of smart people who like to talk with the members of their club about things that are important to them. Everything else you hear, is most likely a conspiracy. I am NOT saying that it is impossible for the Masons to have bad things going on in their club, but I find that idea highly unlikely. Now, back to your question, I think that the Masons have some sort of support from the government in some way. There are MANY people in the government who are Masons. 15 of our presidents were Masons.
No. We have never found any evidence that President Obama is a Mason. There have been at least twelve presidents (including George Washington) who did belong to the Masons, but Mr. Obama does not seem to be a member.
As of 1/1/2010 only the following 15 Presidents are verified Masons - the rest are not: George Washington James Monroe Andrew Jackson James K. Polk James Buchanan Andrew Johnson James Garfield William McKinley Theodore Roosevelt William H. Taft Warren G. Harding Franklin D. Roosevelt Harry S. Truman Lyndon Johnson Gerald Ford
14 Presidents have been Mason's. Of these were Washington, Jefferson, Adams, Madison. If you compare the constitution of the United States to the Masonic constitution you will find some things that are alike. Washington was buried with a Masonic funeral and was past Grand Master and Master of his lodge.
Pinsent Masons's population is 2,500.
Pinsent Masons was created in 1850.
The masons are a secret society that helps out charitys.
President Washington belonged to the Free and Accepted Masons who are sometimes referred to as "free masons".
Most Great Americans never joined the Masons. I have nothing against Masons, but, it is not necessary to join the Masons to become great in the USA.
There are no Catholic Masons in the U.S. or elsewhere. Any Catholic who joins the Masons incurs automatic excommunication.
"You can get all types of aid from Pinsent Masons, which includes state aid. You can check the Pinsent Masons website to determine what your needs are and if the Pinsent Masons are able to assist."