The President as Statesman Woodrow Wilson and the Constitution

A political scientist who went on to become president, Woodrow Wilson envisioned a "responsible government" in which a strong leader and principled party would integrate the separate executive and legislative powers. His ideal, however, was constantly challenged by political reality. Danie...

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Main Author: Stid, Daniel D. (auth)
Format: Electronic Book Chapter
Language:English
Published: University Press of Kansas 1998
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