Executive Privilege: The Dilemma of Secrecy and Democratic Accountability

by Mark J. Rozell

Drawing on White House and congressional documents as well as on personal interviews, Mark Rozell provides both a historical overview of executive privilege and an explanation of its importance in the political process. He argues for a return to a pre-Watergate understanding of the role of executive privilege.

Genres: Political Science

216 pages, Paperback

First published September 1, 1994

Reviews

[Joe Beery · Rating 3 out of 5]

A great historical survey followed by a lackluster prescription, replete with imprecise terminology.