Question

additionally, a subsequent president may overturn an executive order. president reagan used an executive order to ban the use of federal funds for abortion support, but president clinton famously reversed that order. summarizing executive orders answer these supporting questions about executive orders. 1. how is an executive order different from a law? 2. what are the limits of an executive order? 3. how do you feel about executive orders?

Explanation:

1. Laws are created through the legislative process involving Congress (bicameral approval and possible presidential signature). Executive orders are issued by the president to manage the operations of the executive branch and implement existing laws or policies. They do not require congressional approval.
2. Executive orders must be within the scope of the president's constitutional authority and existing laws. They can be challenged in court and overturned if found unconstitutional. Also, a subsequent president can revoke or modify them.
3. This is a subjective question. Some may view executive orders as a necessary tool for the president to quickly respond to national - level issues and manage the executive branch. Others may see them as an over - reach of executive power, especially when they are used to bypass the legislative process.

Answer:

1. Laws are made via Congress; executive orders by president to manage executive branch without congressional approval.
2. Must be constitutional and within legal scope, can be challenged in court and reversed by later presidents.
3. Subjective. Can be seen as useful tool or over - reach of power.