LH...I don't know if you have ever heard the expression "Bully Pulpit." It was first used by President Theodore Roosevelt. I don't see where in this thread anyone has suggested the president of the United States should get involved in establishing or enforcing animal protection laws.

The president doesn't have constitutional authority regarding many of the issues that are begin debated....and have been debated...by presidential candidates since the country began. Taxes - for example -- are raised or lowered by congress but just today I read an quote from President Bush about the importance of lowered taxes - one of his platforms.

But they influence, lead, set the tone. And people want to know what that tone is.

You might want to read some of what has been written about Theodore Rossevelt and the concept of the Bully Pulpit!