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The Presidency
Jeffrey Cohen, Fordham University - Bronx
David Nice, Washington State University - Pullman

The Evolution of the Presidency

End of Chapter Questions



1

What processes are used to change the presidency?
2

How did George Washington shape the presidency?
3

What are the main features of the modern presidency? Why did it emerge?
4

How important is the power of persuasion for presidents?
5

What structural advantages does the president have over Congress?
6

How did the end of the Cold War affect the presidency?
7

How does political time affect a president’s ability to accomplish things?