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In what sense is the veto a "qualified negative" power?

a.  The veto has a negative effect on the ability of Congress to conduct its business as qualified by the Constitution. --- Consider This: Congress must have the ability to overturn the veto in order for the veto to be considered a "qualified negative."

b. Congress can negate the president's legislative agenda by refusing to qualify his or her proposals as ripe for consideration, something that is akin to a legislative veto.

c. The president can veto negative or harmful  Supreme Court decisions.

d. The president can negate legislation passed by Congress, but this power is qualified by Congress's ability to override the president's veto.

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