Article 2, Section 1, Clause 8 of the Constitution states:

"Before he enter on the Execution of his Office, he shall take the following Oath or Affirmation:

"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."

It says NOWHERE that a bible must be used.

Theodore Roosevelt didn't use a bible


long article on oaths, affirmations and presidents

(Note- it is not even required to take an 'oath'... even though Obama did...twice....and using Lincoln's bible the first time.)


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And that 17%? There are millions who simply WANT to believe any negative information about Obama... and polls are designed to find them. They sure found songwronger....