Blog Ch.12 "Mr. Prez."

The United States government always has a plan. Whether it is the secret executive orders or the public crisis announcements, the government seems to be one step ahead of the people it’s leading. No government can be perfect, and corruption from greedy moneymakers flourishes in even the most innocent of places. Government will always continue, because of the governmental action to pursue plans that are behind the scenes. When elected officials make mistakes or corrupt politicians don’t do their jobs, life and the earth we live on continues to spin. While media influence and public notifications can pressure officials to maintain a progressive workforce, there are many hidden aspects of government that are shielded from the public eye. For the most part, Americans take the road of apathy when it comes to dealing with the government. Unless Americans know straight out that there is a problem then they will put up a fight. For instance, when Bill Clinton and the Monica Lewinsky scandal went public, Americans reacted strongly. However, when secrets are kept quiet there is no way Americans can react. Also, the majority of Americans are separate from the day-to-day work agenda of public officials. Unless it is the President most Americans have no idea what their Representative or Senators are up to. Although this is partly due to the fact that the media does not put the spotlight on these politicians, it is also because most Americans are not included in the “attentive public” who watches and follows the actions on Capitol Hill closely. Between the media and Americans actual interest in elected officials’ duties, people do not pay attention unless it personally effects them or is slammed in their face. Government will always continue as long as the majority of the population remains ignorant to the details, and as long s the secrets are kept about the “slacking” politicians.
To be that active member of the political community, Presidents and Congressmen alike must attain the characteristics of a strong and willing leader. The role of the President is watched closely and some politicians on the lower levels probably try and emulate his ability to communicate and appeal to public , maintain a balance within the structure of government, and responsibly look after a diversified nation. Successful Presidents will pursue a certain charisma that helps them relate to the people at large. Like the “great communicator,” FDR, Presidents want to interact with the people enough to retain an honest trust circle. Presidents must maintain a respectable and relatable image. They want to be leaders that can communicate without seeming elitist. A President is the kind of man you want be able to have a conversation with, but also is the kind of man who will take charge and formally negotiate the dealings of a nation on a worldly basis. President should also maintain an intelligence that can help guide him through decisions and provide the basis for dealing with the press and being “quick on his feet.” The President is also part of the balancing game of government. Although they remain the single most powerful man in America they must not use their “executive powers” as a commander in chief, the diplomat in chief, and administer in chief to their advantage in a corrupt energy. Presidents must balance their power throughout a strong cabinet that is willing to get things done as well as balance personal actions and decisions with Congress. A President is a national peacemaker, national morale builder, a politician in chief, a manager of the government, and a leader in times of crisis. Presidents must be willing to set agendas and delegate organized meeting in order to progress the nation into the future decades. While Congress creates the budget the President must responsibly spend it by approving laws and initiating action. They must want to change and help the nation prosper to its greatest potential. Presidents of the United States need to be able to adapt to change wile leading a diversified nation in a positive, communicative way.