Introduction : the dual executive and unilateral power -- A new theory and approach to studying unilateral orders -- The presidents' orders : proclamations and executive orders -- The source of authority and delegation of powers -- An independent or administrator president? : command and routine orders -- An independent president or administrator? : orders to preempt and support Congress -- An independent president or administrator? : orders that adapt and implement law -- Conclusion : unilateral orders in a separated and shared power system
Summary
This book reinterprets how and when presidents use unilateral power, arguing that these orders are used not only to press the president's agenda, but also to share power with Congress and facilitate the work of government
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references and index
Notes
Online resource; title from digital title page (viewed on November 13, 2017)
