Matching Pairs Chief Roles of the PresidentOnline version Match the chief role to its description. by PAULA FRANKLIN 1 Chief Guardian of the Economy 2 Chief of Party 3 Chief of State 4 Chief Legislator 5 Chief Executive 6 Chief Citizen 7 Commander in Chief 8 Chief Diplomat Acts as example for and symbol of the United States. Represents US at special occasions and ceremonies. Like a King or Queen. Monitors unemployment, Inflation, taxation, business, and general welfare of the nation. Presidents help members of their party get elected or appointed to office. Head of the executive branch as established in Article II, section 1 "executive powers shall be vested in a president of the United States..." Acts as boss of federal government workers and 14 executive departments. In charge of US Armed Forces. President decides where armed forces are to be stationed, weapons to be used, however they cannot officially declare war. President can propose bills, veto bills, and signs bills into law. He often calls members of Congress to lobby for his agenda. Conducts foreign policy by directing the actions of American ambassadors. Negotiates treaties and trade agreements with leaders of other countries. Represents all Americans, not just in one state, or district, or party.