Where does it say in the constitution that the president has the power to order anyone on the planet killed just because he feels like it? I do not remember reading that.
In fact, I'm pretty sure the constitution specifically provides that the government CANNOT do that.
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Originally Posted by U.S. Constitution
No person shall be held to answer for a capital, or otherwise infamous crime, unless on a presentment or indictment of a grand jury, except in cases arising in the land or naval forces, or in the militia, when in actual service in time of war or public danger; nor shall any person be subject for the same offense to be twice put in jeopardy of life or limb; nor shall be compelled in any criminal case to be a witness against himself, nor be deprived of life, liberty, or property, without due process of law; nor shall private property be taken for public use, without just compensation. (emphasis mine)
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You might also take a look at the 4th Amendment. Oddly enough, the Constitution and the Bill of Rights are important and contain provisions designed to protect you and me and everyone else in this country from overzealous politicians trying to do exactly what Bush et al are trying to do. They're not just old pieces of paper.