PS 102 The Presidency

You don't need to study this for Assessment #3. Focus on the Legislature and Congress.

The Virginia Plan

Advocated for a single person, elected for a single term of seven years by the legislature, empowered to veto legislation, and subject to impeachment and removal by the legislature.

New Jersey Plan’s Executive

Amended the Articles of Confederation, weaker executive branch, elected solely by congress, single term, could be removed if a majority of state governments agreed.

Hamilton’s Plan

Executive Power entrusted to a single individual, chosen by electors, served for life, broad powers, and duty to serve as commander-in-chief of army.

Hamilton argued

A singular president would be easier to control and could act with an energy congress did not possess.

Design of the Executive Branch

Single executive, elected by the electoral college, eligible for re-election to one term.