Discussion Post: Skowronek and Political Time- Placing Presidents in Relation to Governing Regimes
Skowronek argues that presidents face different leadership situations as they play specific roles in establishing or trying to maintain a political regime (political coalition). Write a post exploring the nature of Skowronek's argument and considering how it potentially helps us to understand the presidency. Your answer should consider some specific insights from the readings.
• How does Skowronek's approach potentially complicate the contrast between a traditional presidency and a modern presidency?
• How might Skowronek's perspective help us to think about the Obama and/or Trump Administrations (not addressed in the reading)?
The response should include a reference list. Double-space, using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.