... the 'power to persuade' is more important than ever. All areas of America are increasingly scrutinizing the presidents actions (such as Bush's recent plea for $89 billion to fund the war on Iraq) and his ability to persuade the legislative (as Bush did in this case), other branches of government and more importantly the American people and media is now a necessity for a successful term in office. The president's relationship with the US's legislative body is very important. Congress can make or break a presidents popularity, and sometimes even their career. Without congress, the president cannot sign and seal treaties (these need to be ratified by congress), he or she cannot confirm admissions (congress have to give the president's latest employees the 'once over') and the president needs the congress to grant him money on most issues (such as the war on Iraq). Tactics used for bargaining with ...

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