Romans 13 is where Paul tells us to submit to authorities. Who are the authorities in America? It's the US Constitution, the NC Constitution, the codified laws, and the case law! It's not a person! Elected officials are representatives and are bound to uphold the Constitution - they swear an oath to do so. In America, the people are supposed to be the rulers. It changes the application of Romans 13 drastically and the churches must know!