Major Points of George Washington’s “Farewell Address”
For this assignment, you will analyze the major points of George Washington’s “Farewell Address” and consider the contemporary government along with the following questions: Were the warnings and exhortations followed in the days since Washington’s presidency? What items did Washington feel of utmost importance as he left office? Including differing points of view is preferred and encouraged.
INSTRUCTIONS
Follow the below instructions to compose your assignment:
Length of assignment– 2–3 pages.
o Make sure to include a bibliography page if you use sources.
This assignment also includes particulars for the title page:
o Must include a title page (not counted in total page number) that contains:
A title,
Your name,
Your section (ex: GOVT 200-S02),
Your instructor’s name, and
The date the assignment is due (all single-spaced in the footer of the cover page).
o No page number is necessary for the cover page or for the first page in the body of the paper.
Format of assignment – APA
Acceptable sources – Scholarly articles published within the last five years, the Bible, online articles given as assignments, and any other pertinent source that helps the student answer the assignment prompt.
George Washington's "Farewell Address": Enduring Principles for Contemporary Governance
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George Washington's "Farewell Address": Enduring Principles for Contemporary Governance
During the early years of America's life as a nation, George Washington in 1796 gave his "Farewell Addres." This profound phrase, full of wisdom and far-sightedness, touched on key issues that affect modern governance today. It is imperative to note that Washington's position on neutrality in foreign affairs, protection of the Union, nurturing patriotism, ad civic virtue is just as germane today as it was over two hundred years ago. His warnings against political divisions are still relevant in American society nowadays, while his unyielding commitment to freedom remains forever.
Washington called upon the Americans to remain neutral and avoid alliances with foreign nations. He warned about the pitfalls of attaching to external nations, highlighting the need for an indigenous outlook and detachment from alien forces. Moreover, Washington argued that it was crucial to protect the union, affirming the strength and prosperous nature of a united country (Kenny, 2019). He cautioned against the dangers