In The Particularistic President we challenge the dominant paradigm asserting presidential universalism. Instead, we argue that presidents possess strong electoral and partisan incentives to pursue policies that prioritize the needs of some Americans over those of others. In this article, we review our larger argument and expand upon our analyses of two policy areas where presidents have unilat...

ventricular lead placement, whereas Bogaard et al. measured dp/dtmax after implantation and a guided approach may explain ifferences in remodeling and outcome. In keeping with our esults, optimal left ventricular lead positioning produces marked ariation in acute dp/dtmax (3), better remodeling, and reduced events (heart failure hospitalizations/death) (4). It is also important to appreciate th...