The main difference is that in WWII, Congress gave the president the power to go to war through a declaration of war. In the war on whatever it is that might a

The main difference is that in WWII, Congress gave the president the power to go to war through a declaration of war. In the war on whatever it is that might allow the president to spy on US citizens, Congress has practically abdicated its responsibility. Presidential power has grown significantly since Bush and continues to do so throughout the Obama terms. While that certainly proves your final point is true, I wish Congress would take back some of that power and just maybe, we'd be a little more free.