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Cabinet as Such Is Unofficial: Preserving Presidential Authority
The cabinet is not a constitutional body and presidents may act without cabinet opinion. Historically, leaders like Jefferson and Lincoln showed independent action, while modern presidents often rely on or overshadow cabinet members. Kennedy’s incoming team may reveal how policy decisions are shared or centralized.
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