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What Is The President’S Role In The Life And Welfare Of The Country? First, The President Is The Symbol Of National Unity And Sovereignty Of The State. Being The Father Of The Nation, He Looks After The Various Sectors And Departments Of Government, Advises, Encourages, Inspires And Leads The People In Their Worthwhile Endeavors. The President Is The Chief Of State And Its Policy Making Leader. He Is The Commander-In-Chief Of The Army And Navy. He Appoints Important Officials In Government. He Suggests Legislative Programs To Congress And Policies To The Various Branches Of Government. He Directs Foreign Policies And Inducts In Making Treaties With Other Countries. Over The Years The Power And Duties Of The President Have Evolved, In Keeping With The Changing Times But The Importance Of The Position In The Administration Of The Country Remains Recognized And Respected. We Hope That This Book On The Lives And Government Of The Philippine Presidents Will Give Insights To The Youth And Inspire Them Accordingly. On Behalf Of The Young People Whose Lives Will Be Touched By The Accounts In This Book, We Express Our Gratitude And Appreciation To The Authors And Publishers Whose Materials Have Helped Us In This Endeavor.