I think the War Powers Act is unconstitutional. I think it is a bad law. I thought so when Ronald Reagan was President... So, as far as I am concerned, there has been a double standard on this issue, just as there is on the independent counsel laws.
Discussing the constitutionality and implications of the War Powers Act.
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