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Mister/Madam President
Step One:
Making the Decision
Step Two:
Gathering Support
Step Three:
The Primary Process
Step Four:
The Convention
Step Five:
The Election
Step Six:
Electoral College

Making the Decision

The Constitution states three requirements to become President of the United States. A candidate must:

  • Be at least 35 years of age.
  • Be a natural born citizen of the United States.
  • Be a resident of the United States for at least 14 years.

 

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