Executive Branch

Republicans: Limit Democrats, Er, Presidential Power!

After eight years of out of control rule, Republicans now want the Senate to restrain the executive branch. How convenient.

January 5, 2009 | Read More

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The Obama-Cheney Administration?

Dick Cheney will be out of office in a month. But when it comes to presidential powers, he’s probably going to be with us for a long, long time. If you don’t believe it, just ask him. He’ll tell you.

December 15, 2008 | Read More

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The Thanksgiving Giveaway In Iraq

While you were having your third helping of turkey, Iraq’s parliament was voting on a hugely important security pact.

November 28, 2008 | Read More

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Obama Reality Check - Presidential Powers Edition

This morning, news comes from the AP that Obama plans to “undo” many of President Bush’s actions by using one of Bush’s favorite techniques, the all-powerful executive order.

November 10, 2008 | Read More

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