This new series gathers and presents original research results on the leading edge in the study of the Presidency of the United States. Each article has been carefully selected in an attempt to present substantial topical data across a broad spectrum. Topics discussed in this compilation include the tradition, function and policy implications of the President's State of the Union Address; presenting measures to the President for approval; the War Powers Resolution; Presidential records; compensation for the President of the United States; policy and cost of Presidential travel; succession and disability issues during the transition period for the President-elect and pensions, office allowances and other benefits for former Presidents.