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Executive Branch Leaders Data
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This dataset provides an in-depth look at the characteristics of US Presidents, encompassing their age, state of origin, health-related metrics, and wealth. It traces the evolution of the Office of the President of the United States (POTUS) from its establishment in 1789, highlighting its growth in power and influence. The data offers insights into how presidents have shaped policy, implemented agendas, and represented the country, as well as their involvement in major historical events and crises. It allows for exploration of individual presidents' values, leadership styles, and vision for the nation.
Columns
- No.: The sequential number of the entry.
- President NO.: The numerical order of the president.
- President: The full name of the president.
- Born: The date of birth for each president.
- start of presidency: The date the president began their term.
- end of presidency: The date the president concluded their term.
- Post-presidency: The duration of time after their presidency.
- Died: The date of death, or "(living)" for current/living presidents.
- Age: The age of the president, typically at a significant point such as death or conclusion of office.
- Net worth((millions of 2022 US$)): The estimated net worth of the president in millions of 2022 US dollars.
- Political party: The political party affiliation of the president.
- Years in office: The specific years during which the president served.
- IQ: The estimated Intelligence Quotient of the president.
- Height (ft): The president's height in feet and inches.
- Height (cm): The president's height in centimetres.
- Weight (lbs): The president's weight in pounds.
- Number of kids: The total number of children the president had.
- Number of marriages: The total number of marriages the president had.
- State: The US state from which the president originated.
- Ethnic Origin: The ethnic background of the president.
- Religion(s): The religious affiliation(s) of the president.
- % of Budget Allocated to Defense: The percentage of the US budget allocated to defense during their tenure.
- Wars During Tenure: A list of major wars that occurred during the president's time in office.
- Education: Details regarding the president's educational background.
- Degree: The highest academic degree obtained by the president.
Distribution
The dataset is provided in CSV format and is approximately 15.08 kB in size. It comprises 24 columns and 46 records, representing 45 unique presidents (due to Grover Cleveland serving non-consecutive terms). Most columns have complete data with no missing values. However, 11% of IQ values are missing, 33% of the '% of Budget Allocated to Defense' values are noted as 'N/A', and 35% of 'Degree' values are 'N/A'. The dataset is expected to be updated annually.
Usage
This dataset is suitable for various applications, including:
- Analyzing demographic trends among US Presidents.
- Investigating the relationship between presidential attributes (e.g., age, wealth, education) and their leadership.
- Studying the historical evolution of the presidential role and its impact on domestic and foreign policy.
- Examining patterns in defense spending under different administrations.
- Conducting research on presidential involvement in significant historical events and crises.
- Creating visualisations to illustrate presidential data.
Coverage
The dataset covers US Presidents from the establishment of the office in 1789, starting with George Washington, up to contemporary presidents. It includes 46 distinct records, providing information across various attributes for each. Geographically, it focuses on the United States and its leaders. Demographically, the scope is specifically limited to individuals who have held the office of POTUS. Notably, 17% of presidents originated from Virginia and New York, and Episcopalian is the most common religious affiliation at 22%. A significant portion (46%) of presidential tenures had no major wars, and "No formal education" is a common status for 15% of presidents.
License
CC0: Public Domain
Who Can Use It
- Historians: To research presidential biographies and historical contexts.
- Political Scientists: To analyse leadership traits, policy decisions, and governmental impact.
- Students and Educators: For academic projects, learning about US political history and presidential roles.
- Data Analysts: To identify statistical patterns and correlations within presidential data.
- Journalists: For data-driven reporting and articles on US politics.
- General Public: Anyone interested in detailed information about US Presidents.
Dataset Name Suggestions
- US Presidential Profiles
- POTUS Historical Data
- United States Presidents' Data Overview
- American Presidents: Stats & Facts
- Executive Branch Leaders Data
Attributes
Original Data Source: Executive Branch Leaders Data
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