Our Executive Branch is the most visible aspect of our government. It consists of the President of the United States, who is our Chief of State and protector of our freedom.

What many do not recognize is that he has a huge support staff that helps him make the decisions necessary to enforce the nation’s laws.

View the video at left. While watching, pay attention to the questions below. Use these to take notes - perhaps in Pages - to help guide your thinking.

1. •What jobs or responsibilities does the president have?
   

2. •What jobs does the vice president have?
   

3. •Are there any other parts of the Executive Branch other than the president and the vice president?