LAD #7: Washington's farewell address

Summarize Washington's farewell address:

Washington began by thanking his constituency for their support, and recognizes that this support was essential to his success. Washington announces that he will no longer be running, and instead leaves a series of warnings behind. He tells that when the different regions of America are united, they are stronger, with greater financial success and more growth. Washington says that the government is necessary to maintain liberty and peace, and any attempts to suppress the government would not be in the general interest of the people. He goes on to say that factions and political parties are dangerous in the government and can lead suppression and disorder. Another piece of advise is to allow religion and morality guide politics, creating firm governmental values. While Washington advised neutrality and non intervention, he advised that harmonious relationships be established with the major powers.