Lecture #12

Question 1

Energy in the executive

Answer 1

ability to act decisively and effectively; Provides strength to protect community and administer laws; act consistently and maintain order

Question 2

Electoral College

Answer 2

Group of electors based on the number of senators and representatives that the state has in congress
composition–2 senators and equal representatives from the House–require a majority of 270

Question 3

Why does Hamilton say that an energetic executive is necessary? How does his argument compare with the republican ideology of the time?

Answer 3

Leading character in good government, steady administration, protection of the community, protect property
caution versus energy, unity versus division

Question 4

To Hamilton, how should the executive branch be constituted?

Answer 4

Unity, duration, adequate provision for its support, competent powers

Question 5

What is the purpose of the electoral college?

Answer 5

compromise with electing a president in congress and the popular vote. A balance between populous and less populous states

Question 6

How does the electoral college work?

Answer 6

1. People vote for electors who are pledged to vote for a candidate (chosen by p party of states)
2. Electors meet and vote inside the state capital
3. Congress counts votes
   (if no majority of 270, the House of Representatives votes for the top three candidates)
4. Winner take all electoral votes, except in Maine and Nebraska

Question 7

What should the character of the executive be according to Yuval Levin?

Answer 7

Responsible, Energy, decisive, moral leadership, adaptable, prioritizes citizens regardless of ideas