by jpitney | Nov 11, 2020 | Civility, Presidency
From Former President George W. Bush: I just talked to the President-elect of the United States, Joe Biden. I extended my warm congratulations and thanked him for the patriotic message he delivered last night. I also called Kamala Harris to congratulate her on her...
by jpitney | Nov 10, 2020 | Civility, Presidency
The letter from @GeorgeHWBush to @billclinton showed true leadership. Pres. Reagan wrote a personal letter to Pres Bush for their transition pic.twitter.com/Kfi6AxprlS — Bush Library (@Bush41Library) October 21, 2016
by jpitney | Nov 8, 2020 | Biden, civic virtue, Civility, Lincoln, Presidency
President-elect Biden: And to those who voted for President Trump, I understand your disappointment tonight. I’ve lost a couple of elections myself. But now, let’s give each other a chance. It’s time to put away the harsh rhetoric. To lower the temperature. To see...
by jpitney | Oct 25, 2020 | Presidency
The Presidential Succession Act is flawed. Among other things, putting congressional leaders in the line means that a terrorist could shift control of the presidency from one party to the other. The president pro tem of the Senate follows the House speaker, which...
by jpitney | Oct 10, 2020 | Congress, House of Representatives, Oversight, Presidency
Molly E. Reynolds and Jackson Gode at Brookings: Two of the most significant [congressional oversight] mechanisms include holding congressional hearings as well as sending letters to executive branch agencies and to individuals involved in executive branch operations....
by jpitney | Sep 25, 2020 | Presidency
The peaceful transfer of power is enshrined in our Constitution and fundamental to the survival of our Republic. America’s leaders swear an oath to the Constitution. We will uphold that oath. — Liz Cheney (@Liz_Cheney) September 24, 2020
