<<<There are many, many explanations, in depth, by Constitutional scholars, including law professors, history professors, political science professors, members of Congress, specialized journalists, etc.>>>
True I don't have the academic credentials of some of the above, but in that regard, I am a level with perhaps 90% of the electorate.
As LBJ once said, I may not be a connoisseur and can't tell you all the ingredients, but I know the difference between chicken sh*t and chicken salad.
It is very clear that the intent of the Founding Fathers was there to be a separation of powers and that only Congress has the power to declare war.
I am well aware there may be emergency situations where the President may have to act quickly.
But, recently Presidents have abused this rationale and Congress has basically rolled over the intent of the Founding Fathers where they effectively are not there to do the due diligence to declare war.
If Congress thinks that that part of the principle of separation of power is no longer applicable, they should rewrite the Constitution.
BTW, I doubt there is anywhere near unanimty of your "experts" on this subject. |
