There are many “executive orders” on the books, signed by various presidents over the past 60-odd years. Up to now, none has been implemented. However, I believe that there is a real possibility that, if given a second term, Barack Obama may be tempted to activate them.
These “emergency provisions” would end up granting absolute power to the White House, bypassing the House and Senate. Her are a few of these executive orders that could be misused:
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