President and Vice President AP Government - 2012
Phase 1 A natural born citizen Yes A male No Caucasian No At least 35 years old Yes Assets over 1 million dollars No
Phase 2 Moderate position on all political issues A Law degree A resident of the U.S. for at least 14 years before taking office Political experience Married
Order of succession President Vice President Speaker of House of Representatives President Pro Tempore of the Senate Secretary of State
Vice President Quotes “ I do not propose to be buried until I am dead.” Daniel Webster (on his refusal to be V.P.) “Once there were two brothers. One ran away to sea, the other was elected Vice President, and nothing was ever heard from either of them again.” Thomas Marshall (VP to Wilson) “I am the Vice President. In this I am nothing, but I may be everything.” John Adams
Vice President Responsibility Preside over the Senate. (In the Constitution) Help determine if the President is disabled and assume the duties if necessary. (in the Constitution) Balance the ticket.