Learning objectives

7.1 Explain the narrative of the president as the most powerful person in the world.

7.2 Explain what the president’s job entails.

7.3 Compare the modern presidency with the founders’ expectations for a limited executive.

7.4 Identify strategies and tools that presidents employ to overcome the constitutional limitations of the office.

7.5 Describe the organization and functions of the executive office.

7.6 Evaluate the importance of leadership style and image as they relate to presidential power.