Question

What is Presidential accountability?

Answer 1

In a democracy, accountability is an implicit tenet in the idea of popular representation. Article II of the Constitution established the accountability of the President, his cabinet, and officers. Basic elements of accountability include the transmission of information regarding the actions of those held accountable, the receiving of the information for examination and action, and a means by which the information can be used to improve performance, correct deficiencies, and reward superior service.

There are three aspects of accountability, fiscal accountability meaning the development and maintenance of budgets and independent fiscal review, process accountability meaning the decisions taken by the President must be based on predefined processes, and program accountability which is achieved through oversight when responsible political leaders learn about executive actions or programs; judge the adequacy, appropriateness, and effectiveness of such actions or programs; and consequently take the necessary action to reform governmental administration.