In Initiating Broad Legislative Proposals, the President Enjoys All the Following

question 18

Multiple Choice

In initiating broad legislative proposals, the president enjoys all the following advantages over Congress EXCEPT

• A) the president being more likely to take a national perspective on policy issues.
• B) the president being granted more authority by the Constitution in the area of lawmaking.
• C) the president's actions receiving more attention overall from the national media.
• D) the president having the authority to make policy decisions even when there are conflicting views within the executive branch, while congressional leaders cannot impose their views on other members who disagree with them.
• E) a lack of fragmentation.

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Definitions:

Hyperactive

Characterized by more movement and activity than is typical or desirable, often to the point of being disruptive, as in certain attention disorders.

Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder

Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder is a mental health condition characterized by severe and recurrent temper outbursts that are disproportionate to the situation.

Major Depressive Disorder

A mental health disorder characterized by persistent and intense feelings of sadness and despair that affect functioning.

Mania

A hyperactive, wildly optimistic state in which dangerously poor judgment is common.