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Originally Posted by waynet
no big deal lots of Presidents have done this. What is a big deal is Obama showing some leadership for a change. Good for him. If congress(both sides)can't agree on the simplest of nominations then it is up to the Pres. whoever he is to step up. Maybe just maybe if he keeps doing this kind of thing both sides might be more persuaded to compromise. I doubt it but we'll see.
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No President has ever done this in the manner that Obama has. It may in fact be unconstitutional. Congress was in "pro forma" session as recognized by Congress and the Executive Office until this power grab.
"Damn the Constitution, full speed ahead"