AboutJeff Coughlin Expertise I can answer any questions pertaining to the presidency, from the trivial to the sublime. I specialize in providing depth and perspective behind the motives and actions of the men who have occupied our nation's Chief Executive office.
Experience I have studied the American presidency extensively for more than thirty years. I've digested the eminent biographies of each man who has held the presidency, as well as those of several who came close. I've taught and lectured on this subject extensively.
Organizations National Information Officer's Association; International Association of FireFighters
Education/Credentials My undergraduate work was done through the College of Wooster, in Wooster, Ohio, and through Miami University of Oxford, Ohio. My education in this field has continued unabated, albeit informally, ever since.
Question Maybe you can help me out. I have asked serveral people and they weren't able to help me out because the question had to do with political science. Why should a political system be unitary, federal, or confederal. If the U.S. were to have another constitutional convention would we keep a federal system or change it. Do you think you can help me with this question?
Answer Hi Michelle,
I can only offer my opinion on the matter. I can't see a time when our government would change it's fundamental design. As the world becomes "smaller," that is, more global in terms of economy, growth and politics, we identify ourselves more as "Americans" than "Texans" or "Ohioans." Our dealings around the world necessarily are from a federal perspective.
Politically, we have the opportunity to radically change our government every time we hold a national election. It's perhaps the most brilliant facet of our Constitution. We essentially can overthrow our national government without firing a shot, simply by casting our votes.
I hope this helps a little bit in beginning your understanding. I would recommend that you Google the Miller Center of Public Affairs and/or National Public Broadcasting. Both of these websites are excellent sources of information, written on a student's level.
