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What is Your Definition of a President and His Duties?

Question by firestrong: What is your definition of a President and his duties?
TAKE NOTE: no answers containing the names “Obama” or “Romney” or any other politicians are acceptable answers. I want a general idea of what you believe the office of President was intended to be and do. Leave the party-pleasing, propaganda-spouting, troll-feeding jargon on the welcome mat as you come in

Best answer:

Answer by Agent 99
Protect the US Constitution, particularly the Bill of Rights
Respect the foundations of the country and the Supreme Court
Protect the country from enemies foreign and domestic
Represent the country in a way that shows pride and objectivity regarding the international arena
Establish good relations around the world and keep supporting our allies
Abide by Congress but also work with Congress and the Senate regarding important decisions
Keep a strong, fully functional military, with the financial backing to keep troops safe
Consult Congress before going to battle or war
Make careful decisions regarding going to war, it should be a last resort
Concentrate on the country first, the international matters second
Protect the military, be in the loop regarding military operations worldwide
Step in when and ONLY when states do not have the resources to fight natural disasters
Be kept in the loop regarding federal agencies but not abuse the position
Work with energy companies to maximize US production from US energy sources
Allow individual states to take care of themselves in all aspects
Know about the UN and their activities regarding the country