Question

Which of the following groups would most likely support the use of an executive order by the president? Republicans, democrats, federalist, or anti-federalist

Answer 1

Republicans or Democrats

Answer 2

Both the Democrats and Federalists would support the use of an executive order. Republicans and Anti-Federalists would be against it.

Democrats and Federalists are supporters of big government, and central government power. This includes the strength of the executive branch and the powers of the president.

Republicans and Anti-Federalists support small government, and popular sovereignty. This includes the power of Congress and the vote of each state in affairs.