Government Institutions: Unit 2 Review

These flashcards cover essential concepts related to the presidency and government institutions as per the lecture notes.

What is the significance of Federalist No. 70 regarding the presidency?

It argues for a strong unitary executive to ensure accountability and effective leadership.

What article of the Constitution outlines the qualifications, powers, and duties of the President?

Article II.

Name one informal power of the President.

Examples include Executive Orders, Executive Agreements, or Executive Privilege.

What is the role of the Electoral College in the presidency?

It is established in Article II and determines the process of electing the President.

What is meant by 'checks and balances' in relation to presidential power?

It refers to the mechanisms such as presidential vetoes and Congressional overrides that limit the power of the President.

Which amendments address presidential succession and disability?

The 22nd and 25th Amendments.

What are the specified roles of the President?

Examples include Chief of State, Chief Executive, and Commander-in-Chief.

How does the President utilize the media to influence public opinion?

Through methods such as the bully pulpit and the State of the Union address.

Which body has the power of the purse in relation to economic policy?

Congress.

What is the War Powers Resolution?

A law intended to check the President's power to commit the U.S. to an armed conflict without Congressional consent.

Who makes up the President's Foreign Policy Team?

Includes the Secretary of State, National Security Advisor, and Secretary of Defense.

What is a divided government?

It occurs when the President and Congress are from different political parties.

What are independent regulatory agencies and name an example?

Agencies like the FCC, FDA, and EPA that operate independently and are managed by statutory authority.

What function do Government Corporations serve?

They provide services and charge for them like private companies, examples include Amtrak and the Post Office.

What is the purpose of oversight in government?

To review budgets, conduct hearings, and provide Senate confirmation of agency heads.