1. UNIT #3 The Executive Branch CHAPTER #9 The Powers of the Presidency LESSON #3 Presidential Leadership

2. 1.Understands Hopes and Fears -Understanding helps presidents gain public support and convince Congress of his/her agenda Page 1 UNIT #3 The Executive Branch CHAPTER #9 The Powers of the Presidency LESSON #3 Presidential Leadership -FDR called for action to slow the Great Depression while Hoover was relying on only the free market. The American people were suffering and wanted action.

3. -Presidents can convey a strong message and convince the American people of his/her policies Page 2 2. Ability to Communicate UNIT #3 The Executive Branch CHAPTER #9 The Powers of the Presidency LESSON #3 Presidential Leadership -Ronald Reagan was known as the “ Great Communicator ”. He was very good at explaining his policies to the public. 2/3 of people in their 20s and 30s voted for the 70 year old Reagan.

4. -Knowing when is a good time to act and introduce policy creates trust with the people Page 3 3. Sense of Timing UNIT #3 The Executive Branch CHAPTER #9 The Powers of the Presidency LESSON #3 Presidential Leadership -By the 1960s, JFK sensed much of the nation was ready for civil rights legislation and increased space travel. His ideas about equality shifted the Democratic Party permanently.

5. -Presidents who listen to the ideas of his/her advisers are viewed as practical Page 4 4. Willing to Accept New Ideas UNIT #3 The Executive Branch CHAPTER #9 The Powers of the Presidency LESSON #3 Presidential Leadership -George H.W. Bush welcomed debate amongst his advisors and cabinet members in order to find the best direction for the country.

6. -A successful president works with the opposing political party as well as those in his own party who disagree with him Page 5 5. Willingness to Compromise UNIT #3 The Executive Branch CHAPTER #9 The Powers of the Presidency LESSON #3 Presidential Leadership -Bill Clinton is given much credit for getting popular legislation passed while Republicans controlled Congress in the mid 1990s.

7. -A president shows courage when they do what they feel is right despite their own political party and the voters Page 6 6. Political Courage UNIT #3 The Executive Branch CHAPTER #9 The Powers of the Presidency LESSON #3 Presidential Leadership -Despite opposition, Lyndon Johnson continued sending troops to Vietnam. Johnson was forced to drop out of the 1968 election due to lack of support from his own party.