Explain three reasons why presidential powers have expanded in the modern era. Use examples to support your claims.
What will be an ideal response?
The ideal answer should include:
1. Students' examples will vary but should reflect the expansion of presidential powers. For example, FDR's tenure saw a president taking virtually full responsibility for the continual shaping of both domestic and foreign policy. He established a strong presidency characterized by strong leadership as opposed to being a glorified administrator.
2. Many presidents since FDR (modern presidents) have leaned toward activism. For instance, Reagan and Clinton were able to use their power to persuade and excelled at communicating with the media and the people. This, together with the fact that Congress delegated powers to the White House, has led to the expansion of presidential powers.
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Presidents have the best chance of initiating new policies
A) immediately after midterm elections. B) in the middle of their term of office after they have a track record. C) in the first few months of their terms. D) toward the end of their terms. E) There is no better or worse time to initiate new policies.
A president's popularity is typically highest right after an election
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Public opinion influences democracy
A) because elected officials always make policy based on the most recent poll results. B) because elected officials try to anticipate how the public will respond to their policies and how that will affect their chances at reelection. C) because laws that go against public opinion are automatically void. D) only in the Congress. E) more than any other factor in politics.
Which of the following perspectives views human-rights policy on a case-by-case basis?
a. American exceptionalism. b. Enlightenment cosmopolitanism. c. Pragmatism. d. Classical liberalism.