Taftian theory (also "Whig" theory)[1] is a political term in the United States referring to a strict constructionist view regarding presidential power and the United States Constitution, where a president's power is limited to those powers specifically enumerated by the Constitution.[2][3]

Taftian Theory was coined after the governing style of the 27th president of the United States, William Howard Taft. Most presidents prior to Franklin D Roosevelt subscribed to this theory, as where more recent presidents subscribe to a stewardship theory.[3]

References

  1. ↑ Michael J. Korzi (2003) Presidential Studies Quarterly, Vol. 33. Our Chief Magistrate and His Powers: A Reconsideration of William Howard Taft's "Whig" Theory of Presidential Leadership
  2. ↑ "Chapter 7". Archived from the original on 2009-06-01. Retrieved 2009-12-27.
  3. 1 2 "14exec". Archived from the original on 2005-02-14. Retrieved 2009-12-27.


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