<P> Much of the legislation dealt with by Congress is drafted at the initiative of the executive branch . The president may personally propose legislation in annual and special messages to Congress including the annual State of the Union address and joint sessions of Congress . If Congress has adjourned without acting on proposals, the president may call a special session of the Congress . </P> <P> Beyond these official powers, the U.S. president, as a leader of his political party and the United States government, holds great sway over public opinion whereby they may influence legislation . </P> <P> To improve the working relationship with Congress, presidents in recent years have set up an Office of Legislative Affairs . Presidential aides have kept abreast of all important legislative activities . </P> <P> The President of the United States has several different appointment powers . </P>

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