Jack B. Greenberg
Political scientist at Yale (presidential studies scholar) and co-author of Congressional Expectations of Presidential Self-Restraint; spoke about the origins, cases, and theory behind the project.
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Nov 5, 2025 • 48min
Jack B. Greenberg and John A. Dearborn, "Congressional Expectations of Presidential Self-Restraint" (Cambridge UP, 2025)
Political scientists Jack B. Greenberg, a scholar from Yale, and John A. Dearborn, from Vanderbilt, dive into the intriguing concept of presidential self-restraint and its implications for Congress. They explore how congressional actions shape executive power, discussing key examples like the FBI director's position. The duo also highlights the impact of polarization on legislative tools and how past presidencies have tested these norms. Their insights reveal why reliance on norms alone may not safeguard democracy, emphasizing the need for a coordinated restoration of balance among branches.
Nov 5, 2025 • 48min
Jack B. Greenberg and John A. Dearborn, "Congressional Expectations of Presidential Self-Restraint" (Cambridge UP, 2025)
Jack B. Greenberg, a Yale political scientist, and John A. Dearborn from Vanderbilt delve into the complexities of presidential self-restraint in their new book. They explore how Congress has crafted executive positions to encourage presidents to moderate their use of power. The discussion highlights pivotal shifts in the relationship between the legislative and executive branches, including case studies on appointments like the FBI Director. They also examine how recent presidential actions challenge these congressional expectations, raising questions about institutional power versus norms.
