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The Presidency. Chapters 13 & 14 Starting with Ch. 13 Section 1…. Qualifications . Terms & Amendments. Many people & president’s have called for repeal of 22 nd !. Six main powers of the President. Appointment Power Power to Convene Congress Power to Make Treaties Veto Power
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The Presidency Chapters 13 & 14 Starting with Ch. 13 Section 1…
Six main powers of the President Appointment Power Power to Convene Congress Power to Make Treaties Veto Power The Power of Commander and Chief The Pardoning Power
Compensation • $400,000/ year (since 2001) • $50,000/ year expense account • Is taxed on this amount too • Other benefits: • White House • Oval Office & West Wing with staff • “Air Force One • Marine One • Camp David, Thurmont, MD • Healthcare, insurance, pension
Presidential Succession & 25 Amendment 25th Amendment, 1967 Allows for VP to be “Acting President” In case of death, resignation, or impeachment Provides for change if Pres. is incapacitated
Vice President • Officially – preside over Senate and wait… • For much of history, VP was ignored • Considered “political suicide” to accept spot • Can help “balance the ticket” • Handpicked by Presidential nominee • Can strengthen ticket, balance geography • Today’s VPs are much more active & involved • Biden, Cheney, Gore • VP vacancies – nominated by Pres. confirmed by both House & Senate – majority vote • VPs cannot be fired, but may also be impeached
Electoral College In each state, the popular vote is counted. The Winner of the Popular vote, takes ALL OF THE ELECTORAL VOTES FOR THAT STATE!
2008 ELECTION- OHIO VOTE • BARACK OBAMA WON JUST 51 PERCENT OF THE POPULAR VOTE IN OHIO AND WON ALL OF THE STATES 20 ELECTORAL VOTES • DES[OTE THE FACT THAT SOME 2.5 MILLION OHIOANS VOTED FORE HIS REPUBLICAN OPPOENT, JOHN McCAIN!