2006-12-13 14:47:03 · 9 answers · asked by yudyzz 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Politics
A chaotic government since the President cannot execute what he wants because of a hostile Congress and the bills approved by Congress will always be vetoed by the President.
2006-12-13 14:49:49 · answer #1 · answered by FRAGINAL, JTM 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Separation of Powers. Checks and Balances. Safeguards for the ordinary citizens against the tyranny of an all powerful government. If you're interested you may read the Federalist Papers and writings of Alexis de Tocqueville.
2006-12-13 23:50:04 · answer #2 · answered by Alam99 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The term commonly used by political scientist types is "divided government." But "checks and balances" works for me, too. :)
2006-12-13 23:00:56 · answer #3 · answered by Dave of the Hill People 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A balance of power, a system of checks and balances.
2006-12-13 23:20:59 · answer #4 · answered by copestir 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Usually gridlock.
2006-12-14 01:15:03 · answer #5 · answered by yupchagee 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Power struggle with morons.
2006-12-13 22:48:56 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
checks and balance
2006-12-13 22:58:12 · answer #7 · answered by truth seeker 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
a mess
2006-12-13 22:49:09 · answer #8 · answered by ? 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
same old "do nothings".
2006-12-14 00:17:45 · answer #9 · answered by bugabuga_007 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋