How Did George Washington Influence The Government Of The United States

I. George Washington (1732-1799)

II. "I have no other view than to promote the public good, and am unambitious of honors not founded in the approbation of my Country."

III. He was a surveyor, planter, and general of the Army of the United Colonies.

IV. His term was from 1789-1797.

V. There were no prominent issues in his first or scone term and ran unopposed.

VI. He didn't have any opponents, it was only a matter of who would become vice president.

VII. John Adams was his vice president for both of his terms.

VIII. Washington had no political party, and there was no congressional majority yet.

IX. Foreign policy decisions

Proclamation of Neutrality: prevented Americans from supplying either side with weapons
Economic Decisions

Alexander Hamilton's Financial Plan: (see above)

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