You are an adviser to the president, who recently revealed to you and other members of the White House staff that he is considering compiling "kill lists" of suspected terrorists. The president is concerned, however, that this action might be overstepping the bounds of presidential power. What constitutional provision could you advise the president to draw upon in justifying this action?

a. the vesting clause
b. the war power
c. the take care clause
d. the head-of-state power


b

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What will be an ideal response?

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a. regarding adherence to the party platform b. regarding adherence to popular opinions c. regarding electoral rules and regulations d. to the party in majority

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A campaign could consider itself effective if, at the time of the election, __________

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