This series gathers and presents original research 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 contemporary developments in presidential elections; the presidential nominating process and the national party conventions for 2012; midnight rule-making; nominations to U.S. circuit and district courts by President Obama during the 111th and 112th congresses; and regular vetoes and pocket vetoes.