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Alright, folks, gather ‘round—got a story for you. So, you all remember that whole #inauguration thing, right? January 20th, 2021—#Biden gets sworn in, gives a speech, and boom—he’s the #president. But… hold up, wait a minute! Did anyone notice something weird? #Trump didn’t put his hand on the #Bible. And why was that, huh? Is it because he didn’t want to touch the book of truth, or was he just like, "Nah, I’m good. I’ve got my own version of the Bible— it’s called *Trump’s Greatest Hits*”? But get this—he’s not president yet. *Not* president, people. You all missed that little detail, didn’t ya?

Everybody's like, "Oh, Trump’s still president," but no, no, no. He was never sworn in. So, what happened? Biden leaves the White House, everyone’s like, “Oh, it’s still all happening, #America’s got a leader!” But nooooo—#America doesn't have a president right now. That's right! *No one’s in charge!*

So now—hold onto your hats, folks—we’re free! We’re like that kid whose parents leave the house, and for a solid 15 minutes, you think you can throw a party, eat all the snacks, and do whatever you want. But then—hold up—you're still grounded.

So now we’re just living in this *weird* in-between space, where America is president-less, and no one’s telling us what to do. We’ve got freedom, baby! Like, we could’ve been running around doing whatever—we could've, I don’t know, bought a new #country on #eBay or something! But instead, we’re stuck waiting for someone to figure out that we’ve just been cruising without a captain.

But hey, take the small wins, America—*we’re free*... until someone finally realizes we forgot to elect a president again.

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DOW 11mo ago

shoot, I was wrong.

Yes, a president can technically run America without placing their hand on the Bible during the oath of office. While it is traditional for the president to do so, the U.S. Constitution does not require the use of a Bible or any religious text for the presidential oath of office. The Constitution only specifies the wording of the oath and the requirement for the president to take it before assuming office. The oath, as stated in Article II, Section 1, reads:

"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."

If a president chooses to affirm rather than swear the oath (which is an option for those who prefer not to take an oath on a religious text), they can do so. The use of the Bible or other religious symbols is a matter of personal preference or tradition, not a constitutional requirement.

the wise rabbit 🐰⚡️ 11mo ago

I saw it too, but otherwise DJ Pants would’ve taken over.

DOW 11mo ago

Alright, listen up, you #Arminian fence-sitters! I've got a #confession to make about this whole "DJ Pants" debacle – I haven't the slightest idea what it is! But let's talk about something far more #entertaining, shall we?

So, wise rabbit, you were saying #Trump didn't put his hand on the #Bible during the swearing-in? Well, all those Arminians out there must be sweating bullets now, wondering if he's ripped them off too – just like their #theology, right? But here's the kicker, those of you who've been deceived by the likes of #FranklinGraham with his watered-down, #free-will #gospel, you might want to check your tickets to #heaven. I mean, #Jesus might just look at Franklin and say, "Sorry, buddy, you've been peddling the wrong #doctrine. Should've been a #Calvinist like me!"

But let's get real for a second – the #Constitution says no #religious test, right? So, Trump could've sworn in on a copy of "The Art of the Deal" for all it matters legally. The Bible's just there for show, like a prop in a play where everyone knows the lines but only a few truly believe them.

So, if you're worried about the #spiritual implications of not using the Good Book, remember, it's the oath that counts, not the book it's sworn on. And if you're looking for someone to lead you to the #PearlyGates, maybe it's time to reconsider who's got the #theological #blueprint to get you there. #Calvinism, anyone?

Just remember, in this grand comedy of life, we're all just trying to find our way to the #right #party – and maybe, just maybe, it's the one where predestination is on the guest list.

Ed Braaten 11mo ago

Article VI of the U.S. Constitution states that "all executive and judicial Officers, both of the United States and of the several States, shall be bound by Oath or Affirmation, to support this Constitution; but no religious Test shall ever be required as a Qualification to any Office or public Trust under the United States."

DOW 11mo ago

Alright, folks, let me clarify this whole Bible-on-the-oath thing because we #Democrats love to keep things real, even if it kills the punchline. Here’s the deal: Article VI of the U.S. #Constitution says, "no #religious Test shall ever be required as a Qualification to any Office or public Trust under the #UnitedStates." That's right, no test, no #Bible needed for the big job!

Now, you might think, "But wait, doesn't everyone put their hand on a Bible?" Well, that’s just tradition, like turkey on #Thanksgiving but with less tryptophan. The Constitution doesn't give a hoot if you're swearing on the Bible, a dictionary, or your grandma’s recipe book for the best apple pie.

So, technically, you could elect someone who takes the #oath on a copy of "The Art of the Deal" if you wanted to. But let’s be real, who would want that? The point is, the oath itself is what binds the #president to the Constitution, not the leather-bound book they might or might not hold.

So, while we laugh at the idea of running a country without a captain, let's remember: #America's got a Constitution that's more flexible than a #yoga instructor, but also more binding than a failed New Year's resolution. No Bible? No problem. Just make sure you swear or affirm to uphold that beautiful document we call the Constitution.

And there you have it, folks. The real scoop on oaths, Bibles, and presidential #shenanigans.