There are of course many functions of the executive branch of government in the United States, but perhaps the most important is act as a check on Congress.
Confucius was more focused on respect to others and love.
He thought to help the people and give them aid. He did this through his "New Deal" which setup programs to help the country and its people. It helped create jobs, ensure them, and help the unemployed.
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You mean the Cold War? Containing communism wasn't a priomary goal of World War 2.