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How many years did the founding fathers originally want the president's term of office to be?
Proposals during the Constitutional Convention ranged from 3 to 20 years, with some preferring 7 years. But eventually a midpoint term was chosen between Representatives (2 years) and Senators (6 years). And it was not until 1946 that the informal two-term limit was made mandatory.
Under the Articles of Confederation, the Congress elected a presiding officer (President of Congress) for each session, none for more than a year and no re-elections.
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How does the presidency today compare with the Framers' conception of it?
The presidency as it exists today is different from the way the Founding Fathers imagined it to be. Specifically, the office of the presidency has been given more power, and it's terms have been limited.
What percent of presidents have died in office?
Eight presidents have died in office. Obama is our 44th president. 8/44 = 18 percent.
What presidents were shot but continued in office?
Reagan
What presidents time in office called?
A term
Which office of the EOP is responsible for publishing the presidents budget?
Office of Management and Budget
