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Franklin Pierce he is also the only one to recite his inaugurational address form memory WOW
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What oath must the president take before assuming the office of President?
the incoming president must recite this oath:I do solemnly swear 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 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 did Washington add to the oath of office?
His name, for example " I, George Washington 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 oath that the president says?
It means that he has taken the "Oath of Office", binding him to the duties and standards of the presidency. The oath includes the phrase, "I do solemnly swear" -- "sworn is the past-tense of swear" so after he takes the oath, he has sworn to do his duty and so has been sworn in to office.
What is the oath of office of the president?
The 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." "Affirm" has been used only once, by President Franklin Pierce; most Presidents also end the Oath by saying "So help me God", but that's not really part of the Oath, and the practice was started some time in the late 1800s. Also, since 1933, every president has added their name into the Oath (i.e., "I, Franklin Delano Roosevelt, do solemnly swear...").
Who was the first president to affirm his oath of office rather than swear it?
Franklin Pierce
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.
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.
Do you affirm or swear to tell the truth in court?
Yes, in court you are typically asked to affirm or swear to tell the truth.
What do all presidents swear about once they are elected?
"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."
Is it permissible to refuse to swear on the Bible in court?
Yes, it is permissible to refuse to swear on the Bible in court. In the United States, individuals have the right to affirm rather than swear an oath based on their religious beliefs or personal preferences. This is protected by the First Amendment of the Constitution, which guarantees freedom of religion.
How do you spell attest?
That is the correct spelling of "attest" (to swear or affirm).
What does the president say when he swears into office?
He says, "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."
How you spell swear?
You got it right when you asked the question: "swear" (to affirm, especially under oath; or colloquially to curse).
Do you swear to tell the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth, or do you affirm to do so?
In a legal setting, you are asked to promise to tell the truth. You can either swear an oath or affirm to do so. Both mean you are committing to being honest.
What is a one word substitute for to swear?
For swear in the legal sense, it would be affirm or attest.For swearing, it could be to curse, cuss, or blaspheme.
Will Barack Obama swear or affirm?
It is generally Quakers who use the word "Affirm." Barack Obama was not raised Quaker (most reports say that his grandparents, who raised him, were Methodists); in 2008, he took the oath of office the traditional way when he became president. He was sworn in using the Lincoln Bible.
