Living Dangerously: The Uncertainties of Presidential Disability and Succession

by James M. Ronan

Overview

This book combines both an historical evaluation of the presidency and an examination of the dangers that we face today. Additionally, it analyzes the myriad of legal and constitutional issues that could explode in front of the nation in a time of crisis.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781498514712
Publisher:	Lexington Books
Publication date:	08/06/2015
Pages:	216
Product dimensions:	6.00(w) x 8.90(h) x 0.80(d)

About the Author

James Ronan holds a PhD in political science from Catholic University.

Table of Contents

Introduction Chapter 1: Instances of Presidential Disability Chapter 2: The Legislative History of the 25th Amendment Chapter 3: Invocations of the 25th Amendment Chapter 4: The Dangers of Legislative Succession Chapter 5: New Concerns for a New Reality Chapter 6: Recommendations and Conclusion Acknowledgments

Editorial Reviews

Disability in Presidents is a vitally important subject for us all since sick leaders likely are impaired leaders and impaired leaders are likely dangerous leaders in the nuclear and terrorist worlds. In this important new book, Jim Ronan provides a comprehensive examination of the problem of impaired leadership, looking at several steps taken in the United States to deal effectively with it and warning that much remains to be done. I am happy to call his work to broad attention.

Robert Gilbert