President
Definition
The President is the head of the executive branch of the United States government. They are responsible for enforcing laws, making executive decisions, and serving as the commander-in-chief of the military.
Analogy
Think of the President as the captain of a ship. They make important decisions, give orders to crew members, and ensure that everything runs smoothly on board.
Related terms
Executive Branch: This refers to one of the three branches of government in which the President serves as the head. It includes departments and agencies that help carry out laws.
Commander-in-Chief: This term refers to the President's role as the highest-ranking officer in charge of all U.S. military forces.
Executive Orders: These are directives issued by the President that have similar power to laws passed by Congress.
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Practice Questions (20+)
What are the two main options a president has when a bill comes to his desk?
Which institution does the president lead?
What might have been the alternative outcome of the 1974 Budget Act if it had not shifted budgetary power from the president to Congress?
Which law gives the president broad powers during times of national emergency?
What role does a president play during times of war or national emergency?
Under which role does the president nominate justices to the Supreme Court?
Which role of the President involves shaping public policy?
What is an expected outcome if the President uses executive orders excessively?
What could be a likely effect on the balance of power if the President begins to bypass Congress often using executive actions?
If a president shows strong leadership skills during their term, what is most likely to happen at the end?
What is the main role of the President in shaping foreign policy?
What role does the President have in proposing legislation?
Based on the US constitution, what power does the President have that is not shared with Congress?
What primary role allows a President to influence public opinion directly?
Which role assumes that the president oversees national policy formation?
In which role does the President have the authority to negotiate treaties with other countries?
How has the War Powers Resolution of 1973 influenced the balance of power between the president and Congress in terms of military engagements?
Considering the roles and powers of the President, which power could be further expanded to address future challenges like digital privacy and cybersecurity?
Who can remove a president from office through impeachment?
Which body has authority over approving treaties negotiated by president under checks and balances system?
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