Actually Washington was the first President elected by the “public” (i.e., white land owners). Prior to that, there were eight Presidents, each serving a one-year term, elected by Congress. Under the Constitution, they were technically the first Presidents of the United States according to reputable historians and some Constitutional scholars. Information is available here: http://www.standingstones.com/8pres.html
Say What Now‽ Premium Member almost 6 years ago
Someone break the news to the POTUS.
Argythree almost 6 years ago
Even a broken clock is right at least twice a day…
cubswin2016 almost 6 years ago
Well, she is right.
Totalloser Premium Member almost 6 years ago
Died the same day as Thomas Jefferson
rhpii almost 6 years ago
He wasn’t good enough to make it on any coins or bills.
adrianrune almost 6 years ago
Actually Washington was the first President elected by the “public” (i.e., white land owners). Prior to that, there were eight Presidents, each serving a one-year term, elected by Congress. Under the Constitution, they were technically the first Presidents of the United States according to reputable historians and some Constitutional scholars. Information is available here: http://www.standingstones.com/8pres.html