That's one read on it. And yet, before the Colorado Supreme Court shenanigans, you would find many legal discussions about how, in fact, the President is not considered an officer of the United States.
To further cement that point, what are members of Congress? Holders of office. Why are they specified if there is no distinction?
actually you're probably right. if that amendment was written about army officers there is no reason to assume the president or any civilians are included
That's one read on it. And yet, before the Colorado Supreme Court shenanigans, you would find many legal discussions about how, in fact, the President is not considered an officer of the United States.
To further cement that point, what are members of Congress? Holders of office. Why are they specified if there is no distinction?
actually you're probably right. if that amendment was written about army officers there is no reason to assume the president or any civilians are included
this is dumb and a waste of time. holders of office are officers