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I view it as an extreme measure, to be resorted to only in extraordinary cases, as where it may become necessary to defend the executive against the encroachments of the legislative power or to prevent hasty and inconsiderate or unconstitutional legislation.

Zachary Taylorverified·First Annual Message to Congress·December 4, 1849

The Executive has authority to recommend (not to dictate) measures to Congress.

Zachary Taylorverified·First Annual Message to Congress·December 4, 1849