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Pfiffner (public policy, George Mason University) examines the development of the Presidency, especially during the last part of the twentieth century. He discusses the origin and powers of the office, the president's relationship with the public, the role of the White House staff, the Cabinet and the executive branch, the President's relationship with Congress, national security, and the abuse of power. He compares and contrasts recent presidents and their approach to these aspects of the job. Annotation ©2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
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THE MODERN PRESIDENCY, Fourth Edition is a concise, accessible and sophisticated text designed for use in conjunction with other readings on the presidency, rather than as a central text for the course. Case studies--a major strength of this short text--illustrate important aspects of presidential action and decision-making. Written by a top scholar on the presidency, and thoroughly updated through the summer of 2003 to include the presidency of George W. Bush, the text deals not only with presidents as individuals, but also with the large institutions that make up the modern presidency.
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