Executive branch

Head of State

Represents the U.S. at ceremonies, hosts foreign leaders, and attends formal events.

Head of the Party

Leader of their political party, shapes party policies, helps party members get elected, and raises funds.

Economic Planner

Monitors the economy including inflation, unemployment, and interest rates; influences the economy through speeches and policies.

Commander in Chief

Civilian leader of the military; has the power to send troops into battle, limited by the War Powers Act.

Chief Diplomat

Directs U.S. foreign policy, negotiates treaties, and sends/receives ambassadors.

Chief Legislator

Suggests laws to Congress, gives the State of the Union Address, and presents the federal budget.

Chief Executive

Enforces laws, oversees the executive branch, can issue executive orders, and manages federal agencies.

War Powers Act

Legislation that limits the President's power to deploy troops without congressional approval.

Foreign Policy

A government's strategy in dealing with other nations.

State of the Union Address

Annual speech by the President to Congress outlining the significant issues facing the nation.

Executive Orders

Presidential directives that manage the operations of the federal government.

Political Party

An organized group of people who share similar political views and work together to influence policy.

Inflation

The rate at which the general level of prices for goods and services rises, eroding purchasing power.

Unemployment

The situation when individuals who are capable of working are unable to find a job.

Interest Rates

The amount charged, expressed as a percentage of principal, by a lender to a borrower for the use of assets.

Treaties

Formal agreements between two or more sovereign states.

Ambassadors

Diplomatic officials sent to represent their country in foreign nations.

Executive Branch

The branch of government responsible for implementing and enforcing laws.

Congressional Approval

The requirement that Congress must agree to certain presidential decisions, such as military action.

Civilian Leader

A non-military leader who oversees and directs military operations.

Political Campaign

An organized effort which seeks to influence the decision making process within a specific group.

Fundraising

The process of collecting money for political campaigns or causes.

Ceremonial Role

The duties performed by the President in a symbolic capacity.

Domestic Policy

Decisions made by a government regarding issues within the country.

Public Policy

The principles on which social laws are based.

Legislative Process

The steps taken to enact a law.

Budget Presentation

The act of formally outlining the government's financial plan.

Three Branches of Government

The executive, legislative, and judicial branches of the United States government.

Diplomatic Relations

The conduct of negotiations and relations between states.

Commander

A military officer in authority.

Election Cycle

The period during which elections are held, including campaign preparations.

Policies

The principles or strategies put in place to govern actions.

Leadership Role

The role of guiding and directing a political party or organization.

Geo-Political Strategy

Plans and policies that dictate political relations between countries.

Foreign Relations

The way in which a country interacts with other nations.

Legislative Suggestions

Proposals made by the President to Congress regarding new laws.

Policy Influence

The ability to sway decision making or opinions regarding policies.

Political System

An organized framework for making laws and policies within a society.

Executive Authority

The power vested in the President to enforce laws and carry out governance.

Military Deployment

The act of sending armed forces to a specific location.

Federal Agencies

Governmental organizations responsible for the oversight and administration of specific functions.

State Functions

Functions and responsibilities designated to a government entity.

Ceremonial Duties

Formal actions taken by the President for national and state occasions.

Election Fundraising

The practice of raising money to support campaign activities.

Inauguration

The formal ceremony to mark the beginning of a President's term.