Considering 'Bolten watched the exchanges and, after what he called a quiet moment,suggested that the Vice President get in touch with the President and confirm the engage order.', does 'The Vice President was able to make the decisions without the President.' maintain an independent stance?
Bolten watched the exchanges and, after what he called a quiet moment,suggested that the Vice President get in touch with the President and confirm the engage order.###The Vice President was able to make the decisions without the President.