Presidents

Dr. Chambers 12 April 2001 Political Science 245 The President of the United States or the British Prime Minister The comparison of the US President and the British Prime Minister appears from the onset, to provide some interesting political differences. In recent years, the public has become acutely aware of the potential, and arguably the need, for personal leadership in the midst of its political system. This represents a major change in perceptions and values, for the form …

…is derived from his status as the 'Nation's Leader' and the unifying force in a dispersed! political system. It is therefore difficult to assess which office is more powerful, but it would appear that the President is more powerful in foreign affairs and the Prime Minister, more dominant in domestic politics. However, the Prime Minister must also maintain the support of the legislature, whereas the president can govern without support here. Word Count: 2964 ------------------------------------------------------------------------ **Bibliography**