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Liberal, Republican Democracy
When discussing our system of government, many people use the words “democracy,” “republic,” “republican,” and “liberal” in confusing ways. Clarity of definitions is essential for understanding the U.S. form of government. This short Learning Journey will help you sort things out.
The Presidency and the Constitution
In this Learning Journey, we take you through which of the president’s powers are explicitly guaranteed by the Constitution and help you learn about why the founders created the executive branch the way that they did.
Evolution of the Presidency
The role of the president in American politics has evolved and changed over America’s history. This Learning Journey will guide you through how presidential elections have changed over time as well as which laws, court cases, and legal theories have influenced the development of the presidency.