The framers of the U.S. Constitution intended to create a presidency capable of
A) completely dominating Congress.
B) withstanding excessive popular pressure by making it subject to indirect election through the electoral college.
C) spending money with little interference from any other branch of government.
D) regulating all forms of commerce.
E) declaring war on any country that poses a threat to American national security.

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The framers wanted to create a presidency that could withstand excessive popular pressure by making it subject to indirect election through the electoral college. This was done to ensure that the president was elected based on merit and not just popularity, as well as to prevent the tyranny of the majority.

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