Above party politics? The role of the presidency in domestic politics

Abstract

This panel explores the dynamics of presidential influence and role in domestic politics. The first paper delves into the paradox of the Israeli presidency's perceived weakness, examining how presidents navigate their roles amidst political crises and attacks on democratic institutions. The second paper investigates intra-executive conflict in stable semi-presidential systems, dissecting the impact of cohabitation on the relationship between presidents and prime ministers across Europe and Asia. The third paper addresses the often-overlooked realm of presidential legal initiatives in Lithuania, shedding light on their strategic use in shaping legislative processes. The fourth paper takes a comparative approach, analyzing Ukraine's constitutional shifts and their implications for party institutionalization and presidential influence. Lastly, the fifth paper traces the evolution of Turkey's executive branch over time, particularly focusing on the 2018 constitutional amendments that challenge conventional notions of a parliamentary system.

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A Ceremonial President amid Constitutional-Political Crisis: Insights from Israel	View Paper Details
Cohabitation and intra-executive conflict in semi-presidential systems	View Paper Details
Presidential legislative initiatives: what accounts for success and failure?	View Paper Details
The excessive strengthening of the executive in parliamentary systems: The case of the head of state in Turkish constitutions	View Paper Details