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Why the Incompatibility Clause Applies to the Office of the President

Saikrishna Prakash, University of San Diego

Abstract

This paper argues that the Incompatibility Clause applies to the President. This precludes either Senator Obama or Senator McCain from becoming President and retaining a Senate seat. If they wish to become President, they must resign the Senate

Suggested Citation

Saikrishna Prakash. "Why the Incompatibility Clause Applies to the Office of the President" The Duke J. of Const. Law & Pub Policy (2008).
Available at: http://works.bepress.com/sai_prakash/4

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