American Government

1. The President

Article II of the Constitution established the institution of the presidency. Select any TWO Presidents prior to 1933 and any TWO Presidents since 1933 and for EACH one:

a. Discuss any expressed power used by each president and the impact that decision had on American society at the time of its use

b. Explain whether you agree/disagree with the presidential action taken and WHY

c. Describe one legislative initiative promoted by each president and the impact on America at the time of its passage as well as what the impact of that legislation is TODAY

d. Discuss one executive order issued by each president and whether you agree/disagree with the order and WHY

1. Select any FOUR United States Supreme court decisions related to Civil Rights/Civil Liberties and for each one:

a. Describe the facts of the case

b. Discuss the arguments of each side as it pertains to the Constitutional issue being addressed

c. Explain the decision citing Constitutional rationale of the court including any dissenting opinion if not a unanimous verdict

d. Explain whether you agree/disagree with the court’s decision and WHY