The most common inherent powers are emergency powers, exercised only in times of great need. Some emergency powers are limited in scope. The president can declare a place devastated by a storm a federal disaster area, making it eligible for federal aid.
In this simulation, students will take the roles of leaders of various countries whose history and current affairs in the early 19th century led up to President Monroeâs declaration that became the Monroe Doctrine. These countries include Britain, Portugal, the United Sates, Spain, Russia, and Latin America.
Monroe Doctrine: Primary Documents of American History (Virtual Services and Programs, Digital Reference Section, Library of Congress) ... The Monroe Doctrine was declared in a few paragraphs of President James Monroe's seventh annual message to Congress on December 2, 1823. Monroe warned European countries not to interfere... www.loc.gov/rr/program/bib/ourdocs/Mo...