ETS 154 Chapter Notes - Chapter 14: Unitary Executive Theory
17 Oct 2016
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Expressed powers: powers the constitution explicitly grants to the president. Delegated powers: powers congress passes on to the president. Inherent powers of the presidency: powers assumed by presidents, often during a crisis, on the basis of the constitutional phrase the executive power shall be vested in the president . Presidents are elected indirectly via the electoral college. In theory, congress passes laws and the president executes them. Unitary executive theory: idea that the constitution puts the president in charge of executing the laws and therefore no other branch should limit presidential discretion over executive matters. Imperial presidency: characterization of american presidency suggests it is demonstrating imperial traits, republic is morphing into an empire. Americans simultaneously want and fear a powerful president. Executive branch has grown far stronger over time especially when it comes to foreign policy. Veto power: presidential power to block an act of congress by not signing it.
