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The Power and Limitations of the US President
14:54 - 23:18 (08:24)
The US president is often perceived to have almost total control over the country's fortunes, but in reality, they are just one-third of the government and have limited power over specific areas such as the economy. Instead of setting policy, their role is to determine which problems to prioritize.
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The performance of players do not seem to be affected by different managers, as there seems to be no significant differentiation in performance across different coaches and their decisions.
14:54 - 17:07 (02:12)
Summary
The performance of players do not seem to be affected by different managers, as there seems to be no significant differentiation in performance across different coaches and their decisions.
ChapterThe Power and Limitations of the US President
Episode11. How Much Does the President of the U.S. Really Matter?
PodcastFreakonomics Radio
The President is just one third of our government and instead of being a benevolent despot, the President's role is to determine the problems to focus on.
17:07 - 20:35 (03:28)
Summary
The President is just one third of our government and instead of being a benevolent despot, the President's role is to determine the problems to focus on. The manager really is someone in charge who can actually do things.
ChapterThe Power and Limitations of the US President
Episode11. How Much Does the President of the U.S. Really Matter?
PodcastFreakonomics Radio
The value of a president extends beyond governance and into their moral tone and beliefs.
20:35 - 23:18 (02:43)
Summary
The value of a president extends beyond governance and into their moral tone and beliefs. This is exemplified by Abraham Lincoln's devotion to human dignity and George Washington's stance on morality in America.