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In reply to the discussion: Political scientist predicted that the American system of government was unstable and would collapse [View all]Jim Warren
(2,736 posts)24. "The power struggle will be resolved as a pure contest of willpower."
A sobering statement. A close read of the history of the 1930's and the political battles FDR fought and won implementing the New Deal, particularly with the judicial branch of government, attest to the veracity of that statement. FDR prevailed through sheer force of will and these days I often ponder the question: Does Obama have it in him?
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Political scientist predicted that the American system of government was unstable and would collapse [View all]
Cali_Democrat
Oct 2013
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Rereading my own post, I think the question of legitimate authority explains a lot
starroute
Oct 2013
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