Imbalance of Power
Amarica's Constitution
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War Powers and Presidential Authority
This chapter examines the complexities of war declarations in the U.S., focusing on the historical and constitutional dynamics between Congress and the presidency. It discusses the implications of military actions taken without formal declarations, highlighting significant conflicts from the Civil War to the Gulf War and beyond. The dialogue raises critical questions about the War Powers Resolution, the interpretation of presidential authority, and the ongoing struggle for military oversight in a contemporary context.
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