How Does the Presidency Fit into the System of Checks

question 37

Essay

How does the presidency fit into the system of checks and balances that accompanies the separation of powers? How do Congress and the judiciary check the presidency? How does the president check Congress and the judiciary? On balance, which branch of government has the greatest degree of formal power under the U.S. Constitution?

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Definitions:

Authoritarian

Characterized by or favoring absolute obedience to authority, often at the expense of personal freedom.

Technical Considerations

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Stylistic Considerations

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Social Design

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