George Washington's Farewell Address
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gptkb:document
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gptkb:George_Washington
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| gptkbp:context |
end of Washington's presidency
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| gptkbp:discusses |
importance of civic engagement
impact of technology on society civic virtue economic independence impact of war on society importance of education military preparedness role of the judiciary importance of a strong federal government preservation of liberty role of religion in public life importance of trade relations impact of foreign influence importance of environmental stewardship role of education in democracy importance of social cohesion importance of public opinion value of international cooperation dangers of political factions importance of checks and balances importance of civil discourse avoidance of sectionalism impact of economic policies on society impact of immigration on society importance of constitutional government importance of human rights. importance of unity in diversity legacy of the founding fathers need for compromise in politics need for national defense need for political moderation role of the citizen in democracy role of the press in democracy value of diplomacy value of historical memory value of public service |
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George Washington's Farewell Address
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| gptkbp:impact |
foundation for American foreign policy
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| gptkbp:influence |
American political culture
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| gptkbp:influenced_by |
Enlightenment ideas
British political thought classical republicanism |
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gptkb:Library
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| gptkbp:is_cited_in |
subsequent presidents
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| gptkbp:language |
English
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| gptkbp:notable_quote |
“ The great rule of conduct for us, in regard to foreign nations, is, in extending our commercial relations, to have with them as little political connection as possible.”
“ It is our true policy to steer clear of permanent alliances with any portion of the foreign world.” “ Harmony, liberal intercourse with all nations, are recommended by policy, humanity, and interest.” “ The spirit of encroachment tends to consolidate the powers of all the departments in one.” |
| gptkbp:published_by |
gptkb:American_Daily_Advertiser
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| gptkbp:published_year |
September 19, 1796
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| gptkbp:related_to |
gptkb:American_Revolution
gptkb:Federalist_Party gptkb:Democratic-Republican_Party gptkb:political_polarization American nationalism |
| gptkbp:significance |
advice to future leaders
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| gptkbp:theme |
gptkb:political_party
national unity foreign alliances |
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gptkb:language
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gptkb:George_Washington
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