Wk 2 - Signature Assignment: Congress and the President Assignment ContentFor this assignment, consider:The relationship between the U.S. Congress and the presidentThe changes and challenges in the United States from the time of the Founding Fathers’ original vision until present dayWrite a 350- to 525-word essay discussing the function of and relationship between the U.S. Congress and the president. There is an optional Congress and the President Template available to download and use for formatting this assignment.In your essay:Explain the U.S. Congress’ structure and makeup.Describe the differences between the United States House of Representatives and the United States Senate.Describe how bills become laws.Define the powers granted to the U.S. Congress and the president in the U.S. Constitution.Explain the checks and balances of power between the U.S. Congress, the president, and the judiciary.Define the president’s role and responsibilities.Discuss the evolution of presidential power.You are encouraged to incorporate vocabulary terms from this week’s materials into your response. Cite references to support your assignment.Format your assignment according to APA guidelines.Submit your assignment.ResourcesCenter for Writing ExcellenceReference and Citation GeneratorGrammar Assistance

Research is important in the field of counseling and psychology because it can help us to understand the profession, shed light on the theories and concepts, and to determine if the application of theories and concepts actually improve mental health. Research is the best mechanism for determining if something is effective and if so, what parts and why. Write a 750-1,000-word paper about the importance of research in the field of counseling. Include the following in your paper: The relationship between research and counseling The roles and responsibilities of researchers in the counseling profession At least two scholarly resources to support your paper Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide. This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion!