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In England, on a vital occasion, the Cabinet can compel legislation by the threat of resignation, and the threat of dissolution; but neither of these can be used in a Presidential State.
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Walter Bagehot
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Bagehot contrasts the powers of the Cabinet in England with those of the executive in a Presidential system.
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