In this conversation, Professors Kevin J. Burns, an expert in political science, and Jordan T. Cash, a scholar of political theory, delve into their book on congressional deliberation. They discuss significant historical debates and the contrasting deliberative styles of the House and Senate. The dynamic between congressional authority and presidential power, especially regarding treaty-making, is explored through Woodrow Wilson's controversial strategies. They also unpack the role of Congress in interpreting the Constitution and highlight landmark Supreme Court cases that affect legislative accountability.
