Explain How Presidential or Party Influence Can Be Felt in the Decision-Making

question 11

Essay

Explain how presidential or party influence can be felt in the decision-making by executive branch agencies. When this influence exists, is it more likely to reflect presidential influence or that of the party? What is the argument that such influence benefits a democratic system? What is the argument that it doesn't?

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Definitions:

Reduction-Oxidation

A chemical reaction in which the oxidation states of atoms are changed, typically involving the transfer of electrons.

KOH

KOH, potassium hydroxide, is a strong alkali used in industry and as a reagent in the laboratory, especially in saponification reactions.

Lithium Hydroxide

A chemical compound with the formula LiOH, used primarily as a precursor in the production of lithium greases and batteries.

Strong Base

A substance that has a high capacity to accept protons (H+) and is completely or nearly completely ionized in aqueous solution.