Sen. Sasse (R-NE) on Civics and Politics During the confirmation hearing for Supreme Court nominee Amy Coney Barrett, Senator Ben Sasse gave his opening statement. He discussed the difference ...

Meanwhile, political analysts have noted that while democratic presidents may be strong-willed or controversial, their power remains limited by design with the checks and balances system.

Yet when you look at actual governing decisions, the difference between the two major political parties is far from obvious.