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The Paradoxes of the American Presidency

by Michael A. Genovese, Thomas E. Cronin
RM80.85 MYR
The Paradoxes of the American Presidency - Thryft
The Paradoxes of the American Presidency - Thryft

Unraveling the Paradoxes of American Presidency.

"The Paradoxes of the American Presidency" could be a good read for those interested in exploring the complex and often contradictory expectations that the American people have of their president. The author delves into the subtleties of leadership and governance, highlighting the intricacies of power dynamics in American politics. The book not only provides an insightful overview of the presidency but also examines the inherent contradictions that shape the expectations of the American people. It is a recommended read for political enthusiasts who want to expand their understanding of the presidency and American government.

The Paradoxes of the American Presidency

by Michael A. Genovese, Thomas E. Cronin
RM80.85 MYR
ISBN: 9780195116939
Estimated First-hand Retail Price: RM188.32 MYR
Authors: Michael A. Genovese, Thomas E. Cronin
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Date of Publication: 1998-01-22
Format: Paperback
Goodreads rating: 3.51
(rated by 49 readers)

Description

What exactly do Americans want from their president? A strong and innovative leader or someone who primarily listens to the will of the people? A programmatic party leader or a pragmatic bipartisan coalition-builder? A president who exercises power forcefully or someone who establishesconsensus before doing anything? In their provocative new book, The Paradoxes of the American Presidency , Cronin and Genovese suggest Americans want the president to be both a leader and a follower, partisan and bipartisan, innovative and conservative.Cronin and Genovese explore the complex institution of the American Presidency by viewing it as a series of paradoxes which shape and define the office. The authors look at the clashing expectations and contrarian demands placed upon the president, offering students the opportunity to begin tounderstand the dilemma faced by all incumbents -- how to bring leadership into a separated system where expectations far exceed the resources and power available to the incumbent. The authors focus on the various relationships all presidents must develop if they are to lead successfully -- relationsbetween the president and Congress, the public, and the courts; the managerial side of the executive branch; the new roles of the cabinet, Vice President, and president's spouse; the vagaries of the selection process; and the inherent contradictions of leadership in a democratic system. Written in alively, engaging style, this comprehensive, interpretive work represents the collaboration of two highly respected presidential scholars. This is a major end-of-the-century treatment of one of Americas most important political institutions.
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