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: A single president can act with more decision, activity, secrecy, and speed than a committee or council.

: Originally, Congress was the dominant branch, but the executive and legislative branches reached more equal footing over time. 2.6.docx

: Explicitly stated in Article II of the Constitution (e.g., the power to veto, appoint federal judges, and serve as Commander-in-Chief). : A single president can act with more

: Using the "bully pulpit" to influence Congress and the public. 3. Historical Evolution : Using the "bully pulpit" to influence Congress

: Today, the president wields immense power over national security and economic policy, often justifying this expansion as necessary for effective governance in a complex world.

The presidency has expanded through the use of both constitutional and implied powers:

: Powers not mentioned in the Constitution but developed over time, such as: