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Eric Schickler
Political scientist teaching at the University of California, Berkeley. Co-author of "Partisan Nation", focusing on the transformation of American politics.
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May 13, 2025
• 27min
How can Congress check the president?
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Joining the discussion is Eric Schickler, a Political Science professor at UC Berkeley and author of Investigating the President. He dives into the essential checks and balances designed by the framers of the Constitution to prevent presidential overreach. Topics include Congress's power of the purse and impeachment, the impact of political polarization on effective oversight, and historical examples like the Iran-Contra affair. Schickler also highlights how civic engagement can strengthen Congress's role in holding the presidency accountable.
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