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You must write an essay (1000 words minimum) in which you address the following questions:
Since the 1800s, the president’s power has grown at the expense of Congress. Has the executive branch become too strong? How might Congress rein in the power of the president? Congress could author laws that are more specific and limit discretion when they delegate powers by statute, thus enhancing their authority vis-à-vis the president. However, what rational goals or concerns of members of Congress might prevent them from passing more specific and detailed legislation (reelection)? Are there any constitutional reforms one might propose, such as limiting the president to one term in office or creating more independent agencies that are separate from the presidency (like the Federal Reserve Board)?