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Old 10-17-2008, 05:12 PM   #21
RM
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Default Re: Round two of the presidential debates

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Originally Posted by podunklander View Post
I believe in the US Constitution and only a President can preside over them.
Be a figurehead ? That's true, but....

don't forget the U.S. Supreme Court. They interpret the Constitution. The President can fill (with the approval of the Senate) vacancies that might arise during his term, but he cannot over rule their decisions.

Last edited by RM; 10-17-2008 at 05:29 PM.
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