Video: Our Federal Government - The Presidency
Summary:
Description: Students will see how the Constitution established the executive branch; provided for the separation of powers and the relationship of the executive branch to the legislative and judicial branches of the federal government. The powers granted to the executive branch are covered, also the requirements for holding the office of President. In addition, the program explains how the presidency has evolved in terms of its influence and exercise of power since the Constitution was ratified. © 2004 Rainbow Educational Media Grades: 6-8 (27 minutes)
Segments:
The American President (00:56)
The Story of the American Presidency (24:03)
American Government After the Revolutionary War (01:55)
Three Branches of Government (02:29)
The Powers and Duties of the Executive Branch (02:20)
The President's Responsibilities to Congress (01:14)
The Presidential Cabinet: The Departments of the Executive Branch (01:55)
The Shift in Presidential Powers During Times of Crisis (06:02)
Checks and Balances Between the Executive and Legislative Branches (02:17)
The Impeachment and Removal of the President by Congress (03:38)
Limitations to a President's Power (02:13)
Program Review (01:39)