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Weak Presidency
Presidents didn't have very much power or a lot of say in the things that happened to the country. The people had most of the power at this time. -
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Presidntial Succession Act
This act stated who would take overif the president dies. -
More Power
When Theodore Roosevelt became president, he increased his power and uses the "bully pulpit". This increases executive powers. -
22nd Amendment Ratified
Now the president is only limited to two terms in office. -
War Powers Act
The passing of this act restrained the presidents ability to send troops overseas. -
More Power
President Obama has increased the power of his presidency at a fast pace since he has been in office.