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Theme: Globalization February 22, 1732 – December 14, 1799 Born in Virginia. Died at Mount Vernon. Elected two terms. Elected first in 1789 and was inaugurated on April 30. And elected again in 1792 until 1797. Political party- independent/federalist Vice President- John Adams
 * George Washington**

George Washington is known for being the first president of the United States and gave the country a fundamental structure. With his leadership ability he led America through a victory over the British, and gained respect and admiration from his countrymen. Overall, George Washington earned an A during his presidency due to his determination and hard work shown in his inaugural address, and strict beliefs. America gained power showing the entire world that they were a successful and prospering nation. He has affected America in the following ways: defeating the British in the Revolutionary War, supporting the views of fellow Secretary of Treasurer Alexander Hamilton, guiding the country out of national debt, and issuing a sensible solution to the Whiskey Rebellion. In Washington’s inaugural address he impacted his presidency fuller. The constitution requires an oath or affirmation but the inaugural address has become a trend since. It contained a request for a bill of rights to be added to the constitution. On August 21, 1789 the bill of rights were adopted into the House of Representatives therefore making this a success for Washington. He relied on citizen’s feedback and their dedication to developing a successful legal system in the United States. He ensured that patriotism would be a priority, and indeed it was. He viewed the country as one, and believed that Americans were equal. Prejudices were non-existent according to George Washington, but patriotism was fluent. He was a firm believer of these concepts throughout his presidency. Although during the end of his first term two political parties developed. He was disappointed by this action but strongly supported and influenced the countrymen to thrive on patriotism. Congress played a huge role in Washington’s presidency. Congress was often in agreement with Washington but conflict occurred on rare occasions. He vetoed only twice during both of his terms. The very first veto in the United States dealt with a congressional bill. The Apportionment Act was found to be unconstitutional by congress in 1792. The idea was to fix the size of the House of Representatives. His second veto was created upon the advice of War James Mchenry, in 1797. Along with congress issues in the cabinet arose. He favored Alexander Hamilton, secretary of treasury, over Thomas Jefferson, secretary of state. Washington supported Hamilton’s plans, created in 1791, to pay off national debt, apply an effective taxing system, and create a national bank. Meanwhile Jefferson viewed this from a different perspective. He opposed the idea of a national bank most. This angered George Washington causing him to nearly eject Thomas Jefferson from being Secretary of State. In 1791 Congress issued an excise on liquor. This caused uproar of many of the frontier areas. Washington proved himself worthy by standing with this tax and ordering militias to end the rebellion. Strong military force was used for the first time in the new constitution, and allowed Americans to see authority within the federal government. This represented a positive outcome due to the fact that George Washington contained the rebellion and portrayed his dedication to keeping the U.S. governed appropriately. A negative outcome was the treaty produced in 1794. This was known as the Jay treaty. Hamilton and Washington created this document to keep peace with Great Britain and allow trade regulations. It allowed a decade with prosperous trade with the British, but also deteriorated relationships with France. Thomas Jefferson believed that this would anger the French and lead to war in the near future. Great Britain began to view America as an ally meanwhile the French began to question their relationship with the U.S. Jefferson developed support from many citizens causing a national stressor. George Washington ended up leaving his fellow vice president responsible for the potential and suggestion of war with France. His influence on the future was the greatest of any other president. He set the guidelines and criteria for future presidents. An example of doing so is the fact that he was offered another term in presidency but handed his power to Vice President, John Adams. The development of only two terms was thus founded. George Washington’s farewell address also signifies his importance as a leader and gives creditable advice to the national union. He warned the nation of foreign and domestic relations over a long period of time. The strongest influence known during the ladder part of his term includes the division of two distinct parties. The republicans and federalists were now formed. His commitment to the federalist’s party allowed the opposition to establish the Republican Party. The United States benefited a great amount during Washington’s presidency. George Washington thought little of foreign affairs but America still managed to portray the power as a strong nation because of freedoms, the Constitution, and establishing a successful government. Not only did he show organization and structure by creating a cabinet, he also allowed power and formality in the National government with his determined mindset. He guided the nation through the early developments of the United States government. Not only did he have the most responsibility, he responded by satisfying the wants and needs of Americans. His great achievements and efforts deserve an A.

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