A sitting President usually has considerable influence in his party. He can do much to direct and shape legislation. He can twist arms of maverick party members in Congress and can campaign for those he favors. He also has control of a lot of federal money which he can direct to the districts and states of Congressmen who help him. What role he takes after he leaves office is up to him.
The president is the most visible member of party and so always has some influence. However, presidents do not always control their party. John Tyler, Franklin Pierce, Andrew Johnson and Chester Arthur were examples of Presidents who had little power in their parties. Jimmy Carter won the nomination mostly by primary campaigns and was never really a party leader. Some presidents like Truman, Eisenhower and Clinton took on greater party leadership roles after they become President.
The After Party!
The President stays in close contact with military leaders
The party leaders were the ones that chose the list of major-party candidates for president and vice-president. The candidates were then voted on by the electoral college.
Party Leader
Chief Of Party
Chief Of Party
That role would be party leader-- the leader of his political party.
As Party Leader, the President plays a crucial role in shaping and promoting the agenda of their political party. This includes working with party members to develop strategies for elections, fundraising efforts, and advocating for the party's platform. The President also helps to rally support for party candidates at all levels of government and often serves as the face of the party in public appearances and media engagements.
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Alexander Hamilton was a political leader but was not born in the US and could not be President. The Communist Party was outlawed at one time and its leaders could not run for President .
Chief of State
Chief of State