Federalist Papers #70-77

Outline of “Energy” in the Executive

I. Unity (Federalist Paper #70)

1. Allows swift execution of law

2. Reduces factions among executive leaders

· One opinion of executive branch

· Plurality and deliberation are wanted in the legislature

3. Executive can’t hide faults or destroy responsibility

4. Public opinion will restrain one

5. Too expensive

II. Duration (Federalist Paper #71)

1. Development of expertise

2. Creates stability (Federalist Paper #72)

III. Adequate provision for its support (Federalist Paper #73)

1. Limit Congress

IV. Competent Powers

1. veto

2. commander in chief -- one paragraph (Federalist Paper #74)

3. grant pardons

4. Make treaties (Federalist Paper #75)

5. Appoint ambassadors, judges (Federalist Paper #76)

6. Appoint ambassadors cont. (Federalist Paper #77)