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US Politics

The U.S. Presidency holds a vital role in the government, with specific qualifications outlined in Article II, Section 1. To serve, one must be a natural-born citizen, at least 35 years old, and a resident of the U.S. for 14 years. The President functions as the Chief of State, Chief Executive, Commander in Chief, Chief Diplomat, Chief Legislator, and Chief of Party, executing various roles from ceremonial duties to legislative leadership. The organization includes the President, Vice President, Cabinet, and Executive Office, which collaboratively manage the nation’s affairs.

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US Politics

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  1. US Politics The Presidency

  2. Overview • Qualifications • Functions of the President • Organization of the Presidency

  3. Qualifications • Article II, Section 1: • Natural Born Citizen • 35 years old • 14 year resident of U.S.

  4. Functions of the President • Chief of State • Symbol as leader of the country • Largely ceremonial functions

  5. Functions of the President • Chief Executive • Responsible for the administration and oversight of the federal bureaucracy • ensure that laws are “faithfully executed”

  6. Functions of the President • Commander in Chief • Supreme Commander of all US military forces • Ensure civilian control of the military

  7. Functions of the President • Chief Diplomat • President has primary role in US foreign policy • negotiate treaties, appoint ambassadors, recognize foreign governments, sign executive agreements

  8. Functions of the President • Chief Legislator • Setting the national agenda • Directing and managing legislative process

  9. Functions of the President • Chief of Party • Leader of Party • Aid other candidates • Fundraise • Influence party platform

  10. Organization of the Presidency • President • Vice-President • Cabinet Departments • Executive Office of President

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