The American Presidency

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The American Presidency Do you think that the American presidency is unique? If so, how so? If not, why not? I. the American presidency in comparative perspective II. “Evolution” of presidential power III. Unique nature of studying the presidency

Article II - The Executive Branch Section 1 - The President The executive Power shall be vested in a President of the United States of America. "I do solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will faithfully execute the Office of President of the United States, and will to the best of my Ability, preserve, protect and defend the Constitution of the United States.” “So help me, God.” by _____________________ http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t4NuW91kbZ4&feature=related

Article II - The Executive Branch Section 2 - Civilian Power over Military, Cabinet, Pardon Power, Appointments “Commander-in-chief” (any others?) Power to grant pardons Only unchecked power given to the president Gerald Ford’s pardon of Nixon (Sep 9, 1974) Treaty-making, appointing ambassadors, Supreme Court Justices, etc

Article II - The Executive Branch Section 3 - State of the Union, Convening Congress “from time to time” Jefferson stopped visiting Congress to deliver the speech Woodrow Wilson resumed the practice. “special session of Congress” Section 4 - Disqualification Removed from office on impeachment for, and conviction of treason, bribery, or other high crimes and misdemeanors.

Amendments related to the presidency 12th Amendment (1804) in distinct ballots naming the person voted for as vice-president if no majority winner, the House will choose the president among the three highest vote-getters 1800 election and 1824 election http://www.270towin.com

Other Amendments related to the presidency 20th Amendment (1933) President’s terms ending at noon on the 20th day of January, not March 4th Experiences of Hoover/FDR, Carter/Reagan 22nd Amendment (1951) Presidential term limit (no more than twice) The demand for change after FDR’s four terms (1933- 1945) 25th Amendment (1967) Vice presidential succession to president The U.S. Constitution was vague on the precise issue of succession and incapacity and on several prior occasions