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Lesson 67 of 84 · The Constitution
The Preamble: We the People
The President leads the executive branch, signs bills into law, commands the military, and represents the country abroad. Presidents serve four-year terms and may be elected twice.
Key Facts
1
The Bill of Rights has 10 amendments.
2
Citizens elect representatives to make laws.
3
The U.S. has three branches of government.
Timeline
1963
Martin Luther King Jr. gives the 'I Have a Dream' speech
1964
The Civil Rights Act is signed
1969
Astronauts land on the Moon
Check Your Understanding
Question 1
1 of 2Who is the head of the executive branch?