"Ruling by Executive Orders" offers a comprehensive analysis of the significant role executive orders have played in shaping U.S. governance throughout history. This book delves into the use of executive powers by U.S. presidents to manage the executive branch, address national security challenges, enforce laws, and make bold policy decisions, often bypassing legislative gridlock. The book critically examines the various instances where presidents have employed executive orders to take swift action in times of crisis or to implement their political agenda, analyzing their impact on American society and governance.

The book is structured into chapters that explore the historical evolution and contemporary use of executive orders, focusing on key themes such as:

In addition to these analyses, the book examines landmark cases and controversies that have tested the limits of executive power, from the Emancipation Proclamation's constitutional questions to modern-day challenges like DACA and Trump's border policies.

"Ruling by Executive Orders" offers a scholarly yet accessible exploration of the ways presidents have utilized executive orders to alter the course of history, pushing the boundaries of executive authority while navigating the complexities of American governance. It examines not only the constitutional and legal implications of these orders but also their societal impact, offering readers a nuanced understanding of...