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Describe the powers and structures of the presidency and the legislature of the Fifth Republic of France. Briefly assess whether these constitutional features have promoted both democracy and stability in this country.
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Kristen Critelli 3/10/03 AP Government Odd Essay #2 2. Describe the powers and structures of the presidency and the legislature of the Fifth Republic of France. Briefly assess whether these constitutional features have promoted both democracy and stability in this country. France has one of the richest constitutional histories in the world. It was one of the first countries to put into practice the modern idea of a constitution. Unfortunately, the French Constitution of 1791 didn't even last a year. A dozen regimes were instituted until the idea of the Republic triumphed and finally, in 1958 the Fifth Republic brought a stable regime to France. Since the government is answerable to parliament, and the president is elected directly by the people, France has a semi-presidential political system. It combines elements of both presidential and parliamentary systems. There is not total separation between the legislature and the executive. In...
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