President of the United States
The President of the United States of America is the head of state. The President heads the executive branch of the federal government; the role of the executive branch is to implement national law as outlined in the Constitution and as developed by Congress. The Executive Branch is one of three branches of the US government.
The First 100 Days of the Obama Presidency
The "first 100 days" of the Franklin D. Roosevelt presidency lasted from 9 March to 16 June 1933, and Congress passed 15 major bills at his request. The phrase has subsequently become a benchmark for judging how quickly a president or a Congress can move to implement a vision. This article documents the first 100 days of the Barrack Obama administration.
The "first 100 days" of the Franklin D. Roosevelt presidency lasted from 9 March to 16 June 1933, and Congress passed 15 major bills at his request. The phrase has subsequently become a benchmark for judging how quickly a president or a Congress can move to implement a vision. This article documents the first 100 days of the Barrack Obama administration.
A Comparison of Barack Obama and Abraham Lincoln
The Obama campaign has made the hay out of the Lincoln legacy, from making his announcement speech on the steps of the Old Illinois State Capitol in Springfield (the site of Abraham Lincoln's famous "house divided" speech) to deflecting questions about his lack of national experience (also a criticism of Lincoln). How are the two men alike and how are they different?
The Obama campaign has made the hay out of the Lincoln legacy, from making his announcement speech on the steps of the Old Illinois State Capitol in Springfield (the site of Abraham Lincoln's famous "house divided" speech) to deflecting questions about his lack of national experience (also a criticism of Lincoln). How are the two men alike and how are they different?
Your Guide To The 2009 Presidential Inauguration of Barack Obama
Most of us won't be in Washington, D.C. for the historic inauguration of Barack Obama on 20 January 2009. But that doesn't mean that we can't participate virtually. As Obama said recently, "You don't have to brave the crowds and commotion in order to participate in this celebration." Here's our guide to how you can experience Barack Obama's inauguration.
Most of us won't be in Washington, D.C. for the historic inauguration of Barack Obama on 20 January 2009. But that doesn't mean that we can't participate virtually. As Obama said recently, "You don't have to brave the crowds and commotion in order to participate in this celebration." Here's our guide to how you can experience Barack Obama's inauguration.
Fun Facts About The Presidency
Who is more likely to be elected president - someone who is left-handed or right-handed? Which Detroit firm has a lock on the presidential limo contract? Which president took the longest vacation? Check out Presidential fun facts to learn the answers!
Who is more likely to be elected president - someone who is left-handed or right-handed? Which Detroit firm has a lock on the presidential limo contract? Which president took the longest vacation? Check out Presidential fun facts to learn the answers!
Guide To The Presidential Inauguration
The swearing-in of the President of the United States is called the inauguration and it marks the beginning of a new term of the Presidency of the United States. The oath of office is the primary focus of the inauguration ceremony, and it is the only part required by law. Festivities, however, last for days and include a parade on inauguration day as well as the inaugural ball.
The swearing-in of the President of the United States is called the inauguration and it marks the beginning of a new term of the Presidency of the United States. The oath of office is the primary focus of the inauguration ceremony, and it is the only part required by law. Festivities, however, last for days and include a parade on inauguration day as well as the inaugural ball.
What Was The Watergate Scandal?
The Watergate scandal occurred during the presidency of Richard Nixon; it resulted in the indictment of several of Nixon's advisors and his resignation on 9 August 1974.
The Watergate scandal occurred during the presidency of Richard Nixon; it resulted in the indictment of several of Nixon's advisors and his resignation on 9 August 1974.
Learning About The Presidency
The President of the United States is the head of state and is the highest political official in the United States. The President leads the executive branch of the federal government; thus the role of the President is to implement the laws passed by Congress. This guide introduces you to all the Presidents of the United States, the qualifications for office, how Presidents are elected and preside…
The President of the United States is the head of state and is the highest political official in the United States. The President leads the executive branch of the federal government; thus the role of the President is to implement the laws passed by Congress. This guide introduces you to all the Presidents of the United States, the qualifications for office, how Presidents are elected and preside…
What Is The President's Cabinet?
The United States Cabinet (usually referred to as "the Cabinet") is composed of the most senior appointed officers of the executive branch of the federal government. Cabinet officers are nominated by the President and confirmed or rejected by the Senate. There is no explicit definition of the term "Cabinet" in either the United States Code or the Code of Federal Regulations.
The United States Cabinet (usually referred to as "the Cabinet") is composed of the most senior appointed officers of the executive branch of the federal government. Cabinet officers are nominated by the President and confirmed or rejected by the Senate. There is no explicit definition of the term "Cabinet" in either the United States Code or the Code of Federal Regulations.
The 1996 Line Item Veto Act
U.S. Presidents have been asking Congress for line-time veto power for a long time. The line-item veto was first brought before Congress in 1876 during President Grant’s term of office. After repeated requests, Congress passed the Line Item Veto Act of 1996. It was subsequently ruled unconstitutional by the U.S. Supreme Court.
U.S. Presidents have been asking Congress for line-time veto power for a long time. The line-item veto was first brought before Congress in 1876 during President Grant’s term of office. After repeated requests, Congress passed the Line Item Veto Act of 1996. It was subsequently ruled unconstitutional by the U.S. Supreme Court.
How Does The Electoral College Work?
Although we cast a ballot for a presidential nominee on election day (the first Tuesday in November), in reality we are selecting "electors" -- those people who will cast the deciding ballot. The electoral college is a non-direct election artifact created by the Founding Fathers, most of whom distrusted direct democracy. Electoral votes are based on congressional representation -- the sum of sena…
Although we cast a ballot for a presidential nominee on election day (the first Tuesday in November), in reality we are selecting "electors" -- those people who will cast the deciding ballot. The electoral college is a non-direct election artifact created by the Founding Fathers, most of whom distrusted direct democracy. Electoral votes are based on congressional representation -- the sum of sena…
Modern U.S. Presidential Vetoes - History and Statistics
Quick facts about modern Presidential vetoes, including information about which President has the most vetoes and which the fewest.
Quick facts about modern Presidential vetoes, including information about which President has the most vetoes and which the fewest.
Presidential Appointments Requiring Senate Confirmation
These 2008 presidential appointments in the Obama Administration are positions that require confirmation by the Senate.
These 2008 presidential appointments in the Obama Administration are positions that require confirmation by the Senate.
The Obama Presidency, Guide To Presidential Appointments
These 2008 presidential appointments in the Obama Administration are White House staff positions that do not require confirmation by the Senate.
These 2008 presidential appointments in the Obama Administration are White House staff positions that do not require confirmation by the Senate.
Transition Economic Advisory Board
Three days after the election, President-election Barack Obama announced a 17-member Transition Economic Advisory Board. The transition covers the period between the election, 4 November 2008, and the inauguration, 20 January 2009.
Three days after the election, President-election Barack Obama announced a 17-member Transition Economic Advisory Board. The transition covers the period between the election, 4 November 2008, and the inauguration, 20 January 2009.
Presidential Executive Orders
Executive orders are official documents, numbered consecutively, by which the President of the U.S. manages the operations of the Federal Government.
Executive orders are official documents, numbered consecutively, by which the President of the U.S. manages the operations of the Federal Government.
Signing Statement
A signing statement is an addendum issued by the President that accompanies the signing of a law. Those that deal with how the executive branch plans to enforce the law -- those that are de facto line item vetos -- are often controversial. In the US, their legal status remains uncertain.
A signing statement is an addendum issued by the President that accompanies the signing of a law. Those that deal with how the executive branch plans to enforce the law -- those that are de facto line item vetos -- are often controversial. In the US, their legal status remains uncertain.
Presidential Vetoes
Quick facts about Presidential vetoes
Quick facts about Presidential vetoes
Executive Privilege - Political Terminology
Presidents of the United States -- beginning with George Washington -- have claimed that the Constitutional principle of separation of powers grants the Executive Branch the right to resist some Congressional or Judiciary requests for information.
Presidents of the United States -- beginning with George Washington -- have claimed that the Constitutional principle of separation of powers grants the Executive Branch the right to resist some Congressional or Judiciary requests for information.
Controversial Presidential Pardons
The President derives the power of pardon from Article II, Section 2 of the U.S. Constitution.
The President derives the power of pardon from Article II, Section 2 of the U.S. Constitution.
Historical Presidential Approval Ratings - End Of Term
Chart of end-of-term Presidential Approval ratings.
Chart of end-of-term Presidential Approval ratings.
Measures of Economic Health - Comparison Among Presidents
Measures of Economic Health - Comparison Among Presidents.
Measures of Economic Health - Comparison Among Presidents.
Measures of Economic Health - Comparison Among Presidents
Measures of Economic Health - Comparison Among Presidents.
Measures of Economic Health - Comparison Among Presidents.
Religion and The Presidency
There have been 42 men in the office of the Presidency. What have been their views on religion?
There have been 42 men in the office of the Presidency. What have been their views on religion?
Presidents
Terms of office, political affiliation, and brief bios of the Presidents of the United States.
Terms of office, political affiliation, and brief bios of the Presidents of the United States.