The framers faced significant challenges in creating the executive branch, primarily balancing the need for a strong, effective leader with fears of tyranny reminiscent of British monarchy. They debated the extent of executive power, the method of electing the president, and the length of term limits to ensure accountability while maintaining efficiency. Additionally, they grappled with defining the relationship between the executive and other branches of government to prevent abuses of power and ensure a system of checks and balances. These discussions ultimately shaped the structure and functions of the presidency as outlined in the Constitution.
they intended it to have the legislative branch, executive branch, and the judicial branch.
They could see into the future.
The Framers didn't have differing views on Presidential power; instead, they believed the Executive branch should be "checked."
The Framers didn't have differing views on Presidential power; instead, they believed the Executive branch should be "checked."
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they believed in the supremacy of the executive branch of the federal government
Little of the check and balance system that protected the British citizens in Britain itself extended to the colonies. Not wanting to exchange an authoritarian abroad for one at home, the framers wanted to avoid a government where the executive could rise to that same level of power.
The framers did not want the President or the Executive branch to have too much power. They addressed this concern by setting up a system of checks and balances, with Congress and the Judiciary also having power to supplement the President's power. The executive branch has generally become more powerful over the years.
The executive branch has limited powers because of the constitution. This branch is prohibited from creating new laws and legislation. They are also not allowed to declare war.
creating a national government wihout an executive or an executive branch
They created that complicated system in order to make it difficult for government to take "hasty and inconsiderate actions."
The Framers seemed to believe that the person elected to the presidency would have the ability to set up an organization that would work for the benefit of both the President and the country. They also seemed to recognize that the needs of the executive branch would change, and that overly descriptive rules in the Constitution might hinder flexibility later on.