Presidential Relations with Congress: Presidential Briefings (Presidential Briefings Series)

Book Details

• Author: Conley, Richard S.

• Brand: Routledge

• Edition: 1

• Binding: Hardcover

• Number of Pages: 132

• Release Date: 30-12-2016

• EAN: 9781412864350

• Package Dimensions: 9.0 x 6.0 x 0.5 inches

• Languages: English

About The Book
Presidential Relations with Congress provides an insightful and concise analysis of the dynamics between the President and Congress in the post-World War II era. Richard S. Conley examines how the presidential-congressional relationship has shaped the activities, priorities, and successes of presidents from Eisenhower to Reagan. This relationship, according to Conley, is the most significant of all inter-branch relationships, as no president has been able to disregard or undermine it.

The book offers an in-depth exploration of the factors influencing presidential success in dealing with Congress, employing different perspectives such as:

• Bargaining

• Institutional Constraint

• Personality

Conley incorporates case studies of individual presidents to demonstrate how their personal approaches influenced their agenda success, veto politics, and Supreme Court nominations. By analyzing these case studies, the author highlights the shifting dynamics within Congress and the significant role that party control of both the White House and Capitol Hill plays in determining the success of a president’s initiatives.

This addition to the Presidential Briefings series serves as an engaging, accessible resource for students, scholars, and those interested in presidential politics. Each chapter includes specific examples of past presidents' strategies in influencing Congress, making it a valuable tool for understanding the complexities of this crucial relationship in American politics.