The true role of a president in the U.S. government

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One topic of debate among many U.S. citizens is the role of a U.S. president. Some argue that it is merely a symbolic figurehead position, while others postulate that a president is only qualified if they're highly intertwined with the inner workings of Washington. Other points of contention are the amount of power the executive branch has in comparison to the Legislative and Judicial. Some argue that a president should wield much power, such as directly leading U.S. policy, while others argue that a president should be subject to be under the control under congressional oversight. No matter where your viewpoint lands, the role of the president leads to some of the most spirited discussions in politics as we know it.

I want to hear what a president means to my fellow message board posters. Please refrain from using divisive language and do your best to have a thoughtful conversation on the topic.