Aquittals
Abuse of power has never been welcomed by society. Whether it is in the home, on the job, in our schools or in our government, society subjects these abuses of power to investigation and prosecution. The penalties can be a dismissal from their position, court marshal or impeachment for the president. According to Article II, Section 4 of the Constitution, the president "shall be removed from the office on impeachment for and conviction of, treason, bribery, or other high crimes and misdemeanors." As we study American history, we see that the saying, "history repeats itself" appears to be true. For instance, more than 130 years ago, our nation faced the same event that recently occurred: the impeachment of the president of the United States. Although President Andrew Johnson and President Bill Clinton both went through the impeachment process their circumstances surrounding the charges were quite different. President Johnson was not elected, but became president after Lincoln's death. President Clinton's problems on the other hand were his personal affairs. Congress believed that his behavior toward them and the citizens of the United States was unacceptable. The processes and trials of Johnson and
Clinton are different in their reasons for impeachment, the general state of the nation, the difference in the people and the styles of running the office of president. Leadership styles of each President were also very different. President Johnson and the Congress never agreed on the key issues the nation faced. Every time that Congress would send a bill to be approved by Johnson, he would veto it. Then, Congress would override the veto, creating even more hostility between the two branches of government. Johnson used the power of the veto more than twice as often as any former president. Also, President Johnson was not an elected President of the United States. The power was bestowed upon him as a result of President Abraham Lincoln's death. Johnson did not have the same leadership style as his predecessor. President Clinton, in contrast, was elected to the presidency for two terms. Obviously, Clinton is well liked by the majority of American people. He was able to work with Congress on issues that affect today's society. While President Clinton did handle several potentially serious international affairs with Iraq and other foreign countries, his style of leadership seems to appeal to the American people. Leadership style and public perception of the event is very important when a President is put into a s
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