Long Wars and the Constitution
Author | : Stephen M. Griffin |
Publisher | : Harvard University Press |
Total Pages | : 375 |
Release | : 2013-06-01 |
ISBN-10 | : 9780674074453 |
ISBN-13 | : 0674074459 |
Rating | : 4/5 (53 Downloads) |
Book Synopsis Long Wars and the Constitution by : Stephen M. Griffin
Download or read book Long Wars and the Constitution written by Stephen M. Griffin and published by Harvard University Press. This book was released on 2013-06-01 with total page 375 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Extension of presidential leadership in foreign affairs to war powers has destabilized our constitutional order and deranged our foreign policy. Stephen M. Griffin shows unexpected connections between the imperial presidency and constitutional crises, and argues for accountability by restoring Congress to a meaningful role in decisions for war.