What distinguishes the modern presidency from the institution originally envisioned by the Framers of the Constitution?

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The modern presidency has become much more powerful than the Framers of the Constitution intended. The Framers of the Constitution envisioned a presidency that would serve as the chief executive, but not a branch of government that would dominate the other two branches. However, over time, the power of the presidency has expanded significantly through various factors including the ability to command a larger bureaucracy, the role of the media in promoting presidential authority, and the rapid pace of modern life that requires a more decisive and active executive.

B, C, and D are all incorrect because they do not reflect key differences between the modern presidency and the institution intended by the Framers of the Constitution.

What Distinguishes the Modern Presidency from the Institution Originally Envisioned