highchair tyrant
n.— «It is obvious that Mr. Bush is what is reffered to as a “highchair tyrant.” He thinks that being Commander and Chief means that he can do anything he wants and he has no responsibility to listen to or represent the will of the people. “I’m the decider!” is his battle cry.» —“‘Commander and Chief’ throws another tantrum” by Gambo We’re Not With Stupid Jan. 18, 2007. (source: Double-Tongued Dictionary)
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