The Presidency Notes week 2 GOVT-320

The document discusses the research of Barber, who categorized US Presidents based on their personalities as either "positive" or "negative" and "active" or "passive." The findings indicate that "positive active" Presidents, such as Theodore and Franklin Roosevelt, are more successful than their passive/negative counterparts. The document further explains the four categories of Presidents: active-positive, passive-positive, active-negative, and passive-negative. The author notes that while controversial, presidential character and personality are crucial in determining their success in office. Additionally, the document discusses common leadership qualities and the public's expectations of the presidency, including easing anxiety, a sense of progress and action, and a need for legitimacy.