The “no taxes” pledge or a higher duty

To members of Congress concerned that the deficit ceiling or budget negiotiations may cause them to violate their “no taxes” pledge, please remember that you took a more important oath:

“I, (name of Member), do solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will support and defend the Constitution of the United States against all enemies, foreign and domestic; that I will bear true faith and allegiance to the same; that I take this obligation freely, without any mental reservation or purpose of evasion; and that I will well and faithfully discharge the duties of the office on which I am about to enter. So help me God.”

The quote is from the House Member FAQ. Senators take a similar or identical oath.

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