What authority does the president have in creating foreign policy? Has it shifted over time? How much authority is wrapped up in his or her personality and popularity? What about the authority of Congress? How have these powers shifted over two centuries of American history? Is there an ideal balance? Which branch should have the most power? How involved should the United States be internationally?
A common belief among academics is that foreign affairs and national defense issues have very little impact on presidential campaigns . One theory is that voters are more concerned about domestic issues – their own economic concerns, for example. Another theory is that there is very little difference between the two major parties’ positions when […]