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ROLES OF THE PRESIDENT SSCG:12. 1. CHIEF OF STATE. Performs ceremonial duties Stands as symbol of U. S. Represents the nation to the rest of the world. 2. CHIEF DIPLOMAT. Directs Foreign Policy U. S. Representative in relations with other nations
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1. CHIEF OF STATE • Performs ceremonial duties • Stands as symbol of U. S. • Represents the nation to the rest of the world
2. CHIEF DIPLOMAT Directs Foreign Policy U. S. Representative in relations with other nations Writes treaties, grants recognition to new governments
3. CHIEF EXECUTIVE • Carries out and enforces laws of the U.S. • Administers Government programs • Supervises government employees • Names top-ranking officers • Grants reprieves, pardons and amnesty
4. COMMANDER-IN-CHIEF • Heads all armed forces • Determines military strategy
5. CHIEF POLITICIAN Heads political party Executes party’s platform Provides “coattail advantage”
6. CHIEF LEGISLATOR • Informs Congress about the condition of the country • Reports to congress • Proposes Legislation • Urges passage of needed bills