Study the highest political offices in major countries: their constitutional powers, term limits, and the process by which leaders are selected or elected.
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Head of state and head of government of the United States. Elected to four-year terms via the Electoral College.
Head of government office of United Kingdom.
Head of state of France. Elected by direct popular vote to five-year terms. Appoints the Prime Minister.
Head of government of Germany. Elected by the Bundestag, typically the leader of the largest coalition party.
Head of government of Japan. Designated by the National Diet, typically the leader of the majority party in the House of Representatives.
Head of state office of Russia.
Head of government of India. Leader of the party or coalition with a majority in the Lok Sabha.
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