The Mudcat Café TM
Thread #65700   Message #1084228
Posted By: DougR
01-Jan-04 - 07:24 PM
Thread Name: BS: Political Promise(s)
Subject: RE: BS: Political Promise(s)
Yep, Carol C, I think you are right. Actually Bush has kept several campaign promises including cutting income taxes, raising the limit on the Estate (Death Tax), prescription drugs for Seniors, overhaul of Medicare (as part of that package), and I think there are probably others.

One must keep in mind, however, that a president can rarely fulfill promises alone (though Executive prviledge is available but usually sparingly used). The president must have the concurrance of the Congress to pass laws.

I think Clinton probably kept some promises too. Probably most presidents have kept their promises subject to what Ebbie said, and the cooperation of the congress.

DougR