President Obama on Wednesday responded to recent impeachment buzz and addressed his use of his executive powers.
During a press conference at the end of the U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit, Obama was asked if he thinks congressional dysfunction gives him the “green light” to use his executive authority.
“I never have a green light,” Obama responded, adding that he is “bound by the Constitution” and Congress.
“My preference in all these instances is to work with Congress,” he continued.
But he reiterated that he will use executive authority when Congress fails to act.
“In the face of that kind of dysfunction, what I can do is scour our authorities to try to make progress,” he said.
The country should not be forced to stand still in the face of pressing issues because the Republican Party is committed to placating a base that does not like the President’s skin color.
I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again, he’s the Jackie Robinson of politics.
And I certainly don’t agree with him on a great many issues but that doesn’t mean I don’t admire him.
He just keeps going, despite their unprecidented roadblocks.
Thank you, Mr. President.
God knows SOMEBODY has to govern.
Before long as this President creeps this country forward inch by inch, we may have to pay for a whole bunch of exorcisms for house gop members when the vacation is over. You know they will be coming back with there heads spinning off or shoved up each others butts. Anyway, they are going to need help. lol