Fortunately you do not have to.
Washington's greatest gift was to establish the various precedents for those chosen as President of the United States, including and most importantly, the orderly and peaceful transfer of power to a political successor.
Remember that there were many, including his officers that urged him to take power in his own name, and others that offered him a crown.
For me and for always, he is "First in War, first in Peace and First in the hearts of his countrymen"
regards,
(Showing my age BUMP)
Regards,
Lenny
Remember that there were many, including his officers that urged him to take power in his own name, and others that offered him a crown.
For me and for always, he is "First in War, first in Peace and First in the hearts of his countrymen.
YES!!!!!!!!
What President Washington did with was to set a precedent, not only for this country, but for governments everywhere. This can NEVER be underestimated for what it means for the limitations on power.
Oh, that the countries who have only ONE initial free and fair election could learn from Washington.