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Simon Rosenberg: I Think We're Going to Kick His Ass

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Presidential Power and Public Opinion

The current imbalance among the branches of government has made the executive branch weak, prompting the call to grant unilateral power to the president to address this issue. This suggestion aims to correct the inefficiency caused by the checks and balances system, which has immobilized the executive branch. Despite the concern of potential abuse of power, the public's rejection of such a move is crucial. By raising awareness about this issue and ensuring that voters are informed about any attempts to turn the president into a king, the democratic process would be protected, as seen in the 2022 elections.

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