Presidential Government
/ˌprɛzɪˈdɛnʃəl ˈɡʌvərnmənt/
Definitions
- (n.) A system of government where the executive branch is separate from and independent of the legislature, typically headed by a president elected separately from the legislative body.
The United States operates under a presidential government, where the president is both head of state and head of government.
Forms
- presidential government
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Commentary
The term highlights constitutional arrangements emphasizing the independence of the executive branch, distinct from parliamentary systems.
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