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The Constitution expressly says: “The Executive power shall be vested in a President of the United States of America.” But the Legislative power is elsewhere.
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gutenberg.orgCharles Sumner: “The Constitution expressly says: “The Executive power shall be vested in a President of the United States of America.”…”
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Sumner emphasizes the separation of powers as outlined in the Constitution, highlighting the distinct roles of the Executive and Legislative branches.
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