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R42097Constitutional Questions

Qualifications for President and the "Natural Born" Citizenship Eligibility Requirement

Federal & State Law Editorial TeamLast reviewed: November 2011
November 14, 2011

Summary

This report discusses the history of the qualifications clause in the Federal Convention of 1787, the Common Law meaning of the term "Natural Born" citizen or subject, and common understanding in 18th Century of the term "Natural Born" citizen.

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