George Washington's Farewell

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George Washington’s Farewell address purpose was to publicize his decision not to seek out a third term as President. The Address started by proposing Washington's motives for deciding to leave office and expressed a little regret for not being able to step down after his first term. Washington said "choice and prudence invite me to quit the political scene, patriotism does not forbid it.”(310) He was tired of the stress that public life put on him and was ready to return home. In my opinion, Washington’s Farewell Address was an open letter of guidance and caution to the American people about their safety and happiness. As a great leader he willingly handed over political power and retired from civic life. Washington displayed many traits and

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