100 Days of Trump: What to Know, What to Do & What’s Coming Next | Jessica Yellin
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Evaluating Presidential Firsts: The 100-Day Benchmark
This chapter explores the critical importance of the first hundred days of a presidency, a tradition rooted in Franklin D. Roosevelt's era, as a time for presidents to enact their agendas and gauge public support. The analysis contrasts current executive actions with historical legislative approaches, shedding light on the challenges faced by the Trump administration in passing substantial laws amidst the balance of power between financial interests and public needs. It discusses how the swift implementation of executive orders during this period raises questions about the long-term implications for democratic governance and congressional representation.
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