What are the presidents informal powers? Flashcards
(20 cards)
What are informal powers of the US President?
Informal powers are those not explicitly granted by the Constitution but exercised through influence and authority.
True or False: The President has formal powers to make treaties.
True, but informal powers allow the President to negotiate agreements without Senate approval.
Fill in the blank: The President can use __________ to influence public opinion.
the media
Which informal power allows the President to shape legislative agendas?
The power of persuasion.
What is the significance of executive orders in the context of informal powers?
Executive orders allow the President to manage the operations of the federal government without congressional approval.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is an example of the President’s informal power? A) Veto legislation B) Issue executive orders C) Appoint judges
B) Issue executive orders
What role does the President play as a party leader?
The President influences party policy, fundraising, and candidate support.
True or False: The President can directly control the economy through informal powers.
False, but the President can influence economic policy through public statements and initiatives.
What is the concept of ‘executive privilege’?
The right of the President to keep certain communications confidential.
Fill in the blank: The President’s ability to shape foreign policy through __________ is an informal power.
diplomatic relations
Which informal power allows the President to mobilize public support for policies?
The power of the bully pulpit.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT an informal power of the President? A) Veto B) Executive agreements C) Public persuasion
A) Veto
What is the significance of signing statements?
They allow the President to clarify how they interpret a law and can influence its implementation.
True or False: The President can create laws using informal powers.
False, the President cannot create laws but can influence their creation.
What role does public opinion play in the President’s informal powers?
Public opinion can enhance or limit the President’s ability to enact policies.
Fill in the blank: The President often uses __________ to negotiate with Congress on legislative matters.
bargaining
What is a major way the President influences the judiciary informally?
By appointing federal judges who share similar ideologies.
Multiple Choice: Which informal power involves the President’s ability to influence international relations? A) Veto B) Executive agreements C) Legislative agenda
B) Executive agreements
What is the impact of social media on the President’s informal powers?
It allows the President to communicate directly with the public and shape narratives.
True or False: The President has unlimited informal powers.
False, informal powers are subject to political, legal, and public constraints.
