Chapter 8 Flashcards
1
Q
The pres and VP must be.. (3)
A
- 35
- Natural born citizens
- residents of US for last 14 years
2
Q
Why was process for VP changed?
A
John Adams and Thomas Jefferson disagreed so much, changed in 1800 with 12th amendment
3
Q
Roles of pres (3)
A
- Commander in chief
- Diplomat in chief
- Administrator in chief
4
Q
Five additional roles of pres
A
- Appointment
- Veto
- Pardon
- Take Care
- Inform and Convene Congress
5
Q
Three JOBS of pres
A
- Build morale
- set agenda (economic, social, national security)
- Persuade
6
Q
Why do congress and pres disagree?
A
- Constituencies
- Calendars
- Campaigns
7
Q
Three ways pres influences congress?
A
- Presidential mandates
- public approval
- reputation
