LAD #7: Washington's Farewell Address

Washington's farewell address starts off with an explanation of why he is not running for a third term. He states how he wanted to step down after his first term, he saw how the country was still in need of his assistance and so stayed for another term. Now that the country is in a relatively ok situation, he feels that it is right to allow someone else to run as president. He thanks the country for its support and adoration, and also has some advice for the country. He states how a unified country is very important, and that other people or nations will try to tear it apart. The South relies on the North, the North on the South, the East on the West, and the West on the East. Thus, it is important to always be aware of this and make sure not to become torn apart. He also states the danger of political parties and how they can harm the unity of the country. One party may gain more power and eventually create tyranny in the country. Because of this, people need to be aware of this, even when parties are supporting popular causes. In addition, he talks about alliances and peace. Alliances should be made only in times of emergency during a defensive war, and on all other occasions the country should not make any alliances, especially when it comes to conflicts in Europe. Peace should be maintained with other countries, and in the end will be the best for the future of the United States.

Washington's Farewell Address