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Actually an even worse thing in our "democracy" is how a single person in congress can put a hold on a bill and bury it - while remaining completely anonymous.

How the hell is that even possible

Line item veto would be incredibly dangerous. We'd end up with 100% corporate welfare while the entire foodstamp program would be canceled.

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You're right - line-item veto could be very dangerous, especially if it's exercised by the person you voted against.

I think a modified version of a line-item veto, where the president would be able to cross out the offending lines, and then send it back to congress for them to vote on the modified version of the bill could be useful. I think it would be significantly less dangerous than having a normal line-item veto.

Wouldn't getting rid of last minute riders or unrelated riders be a more effective way?

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