What does the President do?
Represents the people and our nation. Make choices for the good of the people.
Who are the people that choose the President in the election?
The voters
What are the Primary elections?
Series of elections that are done for political parties to choose candidates for an election.
How old do you have to be to vote in the U.S.?
18 years old +
What does the Vice President do?
The "assistant President." Helps the President govern the country, and helps with desicion making!
What is a campaign?
Activities done in order to elect someone to a political office
What is the role of the Secretary of State?
To advise the President what to do with foreign affairs. In other words, they help the President make decisions on what to do with conflict and relationships with other countries.
What is the slip of paper you write your vote on?
A ballot
How often do Presidential elections happen?
Every 4 years. In the United States.
True or False: A candidate is a slip of paper that is used to indicate who you want to vote for
False! A ballot is the slip of paper that is used to indicate who you want to vote for.
Secretary of Education. What is their role?
To advise the President on policies and activities related to Education.
How come we vote for a leader in the U.S.?
We vote for a leader in the U.S. so everyone's voice is heard and everyone has a say. We want a leader who will represent us and make smart decisions.
When is the next Presidential Election?
In 2028
If you are 16, can you vote in the United States Presidential Election?
No. You must be 18!
Secretary of Homeland Security. What do they do?
The person who is in charge of safety and security in our country. They continue to improve and strengthen the security in the United States.
Is an election party the same as a Birthday party?
No!
True or False, we have a Democracy
TRUE! What is a democracy? Elective/Represented Goverment. The people have a say and elect a leader who will be the voice for them.
What month is election day in?
November!
Chief of Staff. What is their job?
To oversee and be in charge of directing and managing daily operations and development.
What is a candidate?
A person running in an election, to be chosen by the people for the position they are running for.