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Congressional Check and Party Dynamics
This chapter examines the repercussions of a presidential speech in the context of Congress's failure to act as an effective check on executive power. It highlights the deepening partisanship within Congress and critiques the Democratic Party's struggles to present a cohesive strategy while opposing the current administration's policies. The discussion also addresses the impact of campaign finance on party coherence and public accountability, especially regarding pressing economic concerns like inflation.