The office of Vice-President of the United States was a product of the Constitutional Convention. The method prescribed for the election of the President and Vice-President has been amended and clarified several times, although the official powers and responsibilities of the Vice-President are minimal. The office has been held by eminent, sometimes controversial, and even insignificant individuals.
This exploration into American history will review the origins of the office of Vice-President of the United States, its evolution and development, and discuss the biographies of several important statesmen who have held the office.
What to Expect: We will review the origins, evolution, and development of the office of Vice-President of the United States, refreshing your knowledge of the biographies of several important men who have held the office.
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