The Powers of the Presidency

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Chapter 6 The Presidency

• Section 2
• The Powers of the Presidency

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The Powers of the Presidency
Main Idea The powers of the presidency, outlined
in Article II of the Constitution, are vast and
have grown throughout the history of the United
States. They are, however, checked by the other
branches of government.
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The Powers of the Presidency

• Focus Questions
• What are the executive powers of the president?
• What are the diplomatic powers of the president?
• What are the military powers of the president?
• How does the president exercise legislative
  powers?
• How does the president exercise judicial powers?
• What are some of informal powers of the
  president?
• How are the presidents powers checked by the
  other branches?
• In what ways has presidential power changed over
  the years?

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