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#1587 The Sad History of Executive Orders

Listening to America

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Presidential Power: From JFK to Obama

The chapter delves into the historical impact of executive orders from JFK's assassination to Obama's DACA order, exploring the evolution of presidential authority. It analyzes the use of executive orders by various presidents, highlighting the constitutional limitations, political consequences, and human implications. The conversation emphasizes the need for a more structured decision-making process to prevent abuses of power and draw parallels between American politics and historical events.

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