It is the job of Congress to make laws for the United States. The president serves in many other roles. Read the short passage about what the job of president entails and (in your notebook) write down 3 quotes that stuck out to you with your short explanation why each did. Choose one quote from each of the sections like the example below:
- Presidents as Crisis Managers
- Example Quote: "In the 20th century, as the United States gained world leadership powers, the President has become a key player in international crises."
- Explanation: Due to the fact that the U.S. helped win world wars and gained status as the world's superpower, presidents today probably have it much more difficult (with much more responsibility) than presidents in the 1700s and 1800s.
- Presidents as Symbols and Administrators
- Quote:
- Explanation:
- Presidents as Agenda Setters
- Quote:
- Explanation:
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