[Cacophonous]

Nice responses from both of you. You haven't convinced me, entirely, because I'm mystified as to why Congress would want to abdicate its duty (but I guess that fact that it's Congress answers that question). I also still see this country as a republic (though I know that ended long ago) and not a democracy or a despotism (whereby the President can do any damned thing he pleases). And a republic has different rules.

But I appreciate the civil discussion.

[CapandBall]

I appreciate the civil discussion.

...as do I.

I am not supporting any POTUS as dictator. I still like to think the US is a Republic, and I have concerns in that regard. A formal Declaration of War (or lack thereof) is not one of them.

[Gunrunner2]

>> I appreciate the civil discussion. <<

So do I.

I dunno, but to me a republic is a representative form of democracy, and it still exists here---as our elections every 2/4/6 years attest.

At any rate, I will accept a partial victory, and bid you a great day.

Cheers.