Research Article

Electoral and Party Influence on Presidential Messages, 1789-1897

Authors

  • Samuel B. Hoff Delaware State University, Dover, DE, USA

Abstract

This article probes the history of various types of presidential messages from the outset of the U.S. Constitution in 1789 until 1897. Using statistical procedures, it assesses influences on these messages. The study finds that both electoral and party influences have an impact on the type and frequency of messages sent by American presidents, albeit in an uneven manner. The author tallies types of messages over time, providing a valuable tool for further research in the area.

Article information

Journal

Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences Studies

Volume (Issue)

2 (3)

Pages

137-146

Published

31-05-2020

How to Cite

Hoff, S. B. . (2020). Electoral and Party Influence on Presidential Messages, 1789-1897. Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences Studies, 2(3), 137–146. Retrieved from https://www.al-kindipublisher.com/index.php/jhsss/article/view/265

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Keywords:

presidential messages, proclamations, executive orders, veto messages, special messages, annual messages