When the framers created the presidency, they were intent on solving two trust-related problems. One problem was how to harness political competition for the public good without the polarizing consequences…
Category: Civic Education
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Federalism Pros & Cons #2
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Republic or Democracy 2
Why did the framers have a problem with direct democracy?
More Ways to Hold the Line
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Ask CFFAD!
Politics in America is more chaotic and confusing these days than ever. Are you having trouble keeping track of it all? That’s why we’re launching Ask CFFAD. If you have…
The Presidency 27
Voters and political parties became additional sources of presidential power and accountability.
The Presidency Quiz 2
Test your knowledge.
The Presidency 26
The power to pardon creates some overlap in the powers of the presidency and those of the court.
The Presidency 25
The Twentieth Amendment largely removed the need for power to convene or adjourn Congress.
The Presidency 24
The president was to participate in law-making, with Congress in the lead.
The Presidency – Quiz 1
Test your knowledge against these five questions!
The Presidency 23
The Written Opinion Clause appears to limit the President in several ways.
The Presidency 21
The Constitution is silent on the related presidential power to remove.