United States Government

United States Government and the President:

United States Government and the President

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A quick overview of the United States History The United States was officially established in 1776 with the signing of the Declaration of Independence, which freed our country from England’s rule. From this point forward, this country was known as the thirteen colonies and were governed individually. In 1787, the constitutional convention met to write a constitution for our country. In 1789, the U.S. Constitution was finalized and George Washington was elected the first president of the Unites States.

Three Branches of Government:

Three Branches of Government

Legislative Branch:

Legislative Branch Made up of Congress and other agencies. The House of Representatives The Senate Makes up the laws for the country. Comes up with a bill that will be approved by the president and later made into laws.

The Executive Branch:

The Executive Branch Made up of the President, Vice President, and other members of the cabinet. President: Leader of the country and commands the military. Vice President: President of the Senate and becomes President if the President can no longer do his job. Departments: Heads advise the President on issues and help carry out policies. Independent agencies: Help carry out policy or provide special services. Makes sure the laws are obeyed. Located in the White House

Judicial Branch:

Judicial Branch Decides what the laws are, how they are applied, and if they are constitutional. Made up of the court system The Supreme Court is the highest court Plays a vital role

Our Government Today:

Our Government Today President – Barack Obama Vice President – Joe Biden Until 2012

President of the United States:

President of the United States Qualifications Natural born citizen Must be at least 35 years old Must have been a resident living in the U.S. for 14 years. Duties Head of the executive branch Approves the laws congress creates Can’t write a bill, but he can propose one and have a member of congress American head of state – meets with other world leaders Head of U.S Military

Presidents Past and Present:

Presidents Past and Present Full Name – George Washing ton Birthplace – Virginia Native State – Virginia Term years – 1789-1797 Political Party – did not exist Wife – Martha Danbridge Custis Washington Historical events – Bill of Rights, Whiskey Rebellion, Bank of the U.S., Proclamation of Neutrality, Cotton Gin Invented, Jay’s treaty, Pinckney’s treaty. Full Name – Barack H. Obama Birthplace – Hawaii Native State – Illinois Term years – 2009- Political Party – democrat Wife – Michelle Obama Historical events –

Conclusion:

Conclusion Hopefully this gave you a better understanding of the United States Government and the parts that make it up. Now lets find out more about all the other Presidents.