History of the War Powers Act

John Sullivan, a former consultant to the House Foreign Affairs Committee, and James Wollsey, the former General Counsel to the Senate Armed… read more

John Sullivan, a former consultant to the House Foreign Affairs Committee, and James Wollsey, the former General Counsel to the Senate Armed Services Committee, talked in-depth about the history of the War Powers Act. Mr. Sullivan and Mr. Wollsey were heavily involved in the Congress when the law was passed and provide a unique perspective into the background of the law. They answered questions from viewers. close

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History of the War Powers Act

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Program ID:
3106-1
Category:
Call-In
Format:
Call-In
Location:
Washington, District of Columbia, United States
First Aired:
Oct 11, 1987 | 8:49pm EDT | C-SPAN 1
Last Aired:
Oct 12, 1987 | 7:13am EDT | C-SPAN 1

Airing Details

  • Oct 11, 1987 | 8:49pm EDT | C-SPAN 1
  • Oct 12, 1987 | 7:13am EDT | C-SPAN 1
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