Political Science Chapter 09 Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What does executive power include?

Veto power (correct)

Judicial appointments

Military command (correct)

Legislative proposals

What is a shadow war?

It may use private military and drones; no approval by Congress.

What does a pardon do?

Releases a person from legal punishment.

What is a pocket veto?

No action required, and the bill does not become law. Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of a party leader?

Includes rewarding loyal party members with positions. Signup and view all the answers

What are judicial appointments subject to?

Approval by Congress. Signup and view all the answers

What is executive privilege?

Ability to withhold information. Signup and view all the answers

What was the Treaty of Versailles?

Negotiated by Wilson to end WWI; not approved by Congress. Signup and view all the answers

What is an executive order?

Policy with the force of law; needs no approval by Congress. Signup and view all the answers

What does the annual budget focus on?

Presidential economic priorities; sent to Congress. Signup and view all the answers

What might the U.S. president do as chief executive?

Appoint heads of agencies. Signup and view all the answers

Which president first claimed the power to withhold documents from advisers?

George Washington. Signup and view all the answers

Which body would the president consult to obtain advice about setting import taxes?

Council of Economic Advisers. Signup and view all the answers

What is a tool the president can use to obtain congressional support?

Promise of campaign support to a senator. Signup and view all the answers

How did President Harry S. Truman enact new policy regarding armed forces?

Using an executive order. Signup and view all the answers

What was a successful check on presidential power?

The courts declared Truman's seizure of steel mills unconstitutional. Signup and view all the answers

When does a president need to work out the most compromises?

When the president is from a different party than both Senate and House majorities. Signup and view all the answers

Which action by a president is based on powers given to the executive branch?

The president appoints a supporter to become U.S. ambassador to Finland. Signup and view all the answers

What must the president get approval from Congress for when acting as chief diplomat?

Treaty. Signup and view all the answers

What might the president do while acting as head of state?

Invite famous poets to dinner at the White House. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Executive Powers and Roles

Executive Power: Granted by the Founders, includes veto authority and military command.
Party Leader: Responsible for rewarding loyal party members with government positions.
Judicial Appointments: A power held by the president, requiring Congressional approval for appointments.
Executive Privilege: Allows the president to withhold information, a power first claimed by George Washington.

Legislative Interactions

Pocket Veto: Occurs when the president takes no action on a bill, resulting in it not becoming law.
Executive Order: A directive that has the force of law without Congressional approval.
Annual Budget: Focused on the president's economic priorities and sent to Congress for consideration.
Promising Campaign Support: A strategic tool used by the president to gain Congressional backing for a legislative agenda.

War and Military Actions

Shadow War: Involves private military forces and drones without Congressional oversight.

Diplomatic and Treaty Responsibilities

Treaty of Versailles: Negotiated by President Wilson to conclude WWI but was not approved by Congress.
Approval for Treaties: The president must secure Congressional approval to formalize treaties as chief diplomat.

Historical Examples and Precedents

Harry S. Truman's Executive Order: Issued to racially integrate the armed forces, exemplifying the use of executive orders for significant policy changes.
Checks on Presidential Power: The courts can declare presidential actions unconstitutional, as shown when Truman seized steel mills.

Political Dynamics

Compromise Needs: A president faces greater difficulty in advancing their agenda when from a different political party than congressional majorities.
Consulting Advisory Bodies: The president seeks advice from specialized groups, like the Council of Economic Advisers, regarding specific policy areas such as import taxes.

Ceremonial Functions

Head of State Role: The president engaging in ceremonial activities, such as hosting famous figures at the White House.

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Test your understanding of key concepts in political science with these flashcards covering Chapter 09. Terms like 'executive power', 'shadow war', and 'pardon' are included to help you prepare effectively. Enhance your knowledge of governmental processes and terminology.