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Constitution USA with Peter Sagal  What are the duties of the U.S. president?

Historian Rick Beeman shares some insight behind the office of U.S. President. Details

 

Program: Constitution USA with Peter Sagal

Episode: What are the duties of the U.S. president?

Historian Rick Beeman shares some insight behind the creation of the office of U.S. President and explains why the role's duties are hardly touched upon at all in the Constitution.

Duration: (1:26)
Premiere Date: 02/21/2013
Episode Expires: Never
TV Rating: NR


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