Powers of the Presidency
An overview of the formal and inherent powers of the American presidency. It traces the constitutional roots of presidential duties and explains the six contemporary roles of the modern president: chief executive, legislative leader, diplomat, commander in chief, chief of state, and economist.
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:1568023103
ISBN13:9781568023106
Release Date:January 1997
Publisher:CQ-Roll Call Group Books
Length:294 Pages
Weight:1.59 lbs.
Dimensions:0.6" x 8.6" x 11.0"
Age Range:16 years and up
Grade Range:Grade 11 and higher
Customer Reviews
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Explains responsibilities and powers of the Presidency.
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 26 years ago
This book contains excellent information about the responsibilities and powers of the Presidency including insight into the President's multiple roles as Chief Executive, Legislative Leader, Chief Diplomat, Commander in Chief, Chief of State, and Chief Economist. Executive Orders, Secret Orders, Proclamations, Administrative Orders, their potential for abuse, and potential threats to civil liberties are also examined. The information is well documented and the book is clearly written in plain English.Non-exclusive rights to copy herein granted
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