Myth of the Imperial Presidency
Myth of the Imperial Presidency Throughout American history, presidents have shown a startling power to act independently of Congress and the courts. But given the steep barriers that usually prevent…
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Myth of the Imperial Presidency
Throughout American history, presidents have shown a startling power to act independently of Congress and the courts. But given the steep barriers that usually prevent Congress and the courts from formally checking unilateral power, what stops presidents from going it alone even more aggressively? On their own initiative, presidents have taken the country to war, abolished slavery, shielded undocumented immigrants from deportation, declared a national emergency at the border, and more, leading many to decry the rise of an imperial presidency.
Christenson and Doulas L. The answer, Dino P. Kriner argue, lies in the power of public opinion.With robust empirical data and compelling case studies, the authors reveal the extent to which domestic public opinion limits executive might.
Presidents are emboldened to pursue their own agendas when they enjoy strong public support, and
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