Advise Quote by Hillary Clinton
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“I would hope that the Senate would do its job and confirm the nominee that President [Barack] Obama has sent to them. That's the way the Constitution fundamentally should operate. The president nominates, and then the Senate advises and consents, or not, but they go forward with the process.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Senate Confirmation Hearing, 2013
The Constitution mandates a checks‑and‑balances process where the President nominates and the Senate reviews and consents.
In simple terms: The Senate should confirm presidential nominees per the Constitution.
Key Takeaway
Respect the constitutional process.
Themes
government
constitution
checks and balances
Mood
formal
serious
Type
political
institutional
When to use this quote
- nomination hearings
- policy implementation
- executive‑legislative relations
Key Concepts
separation of powers
legislative oversight
Questions to Reflect On
- How does partisanship affect constitutional duties?
- What safeguards ensure fair confirmation?
A Different Perspective
Political realities may pressure senators to block nominees despite qualifications.
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