1)
What were the major factors that led to the increase of
presidential power during and after the Civil War?
President
Abraham Lincoln was a major factor that helped increase presidential
power. When the Legislative Branch of
government (Congress) deadlocked on the issue of slavery, it gave the president
opportunity to take charge, thus make controlling decisions. Lincoln also implemented various Acts and
governmental agencies which are still in effect today, such as, Pacific Railway
Act of 1862; Land Grant Act of 1862; Founded Department of Agriculture of 1862
(USDA). All of these increased the presidential
power base outside of any other branch within government.
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