George Washington’s Farewell Address Great Presidential Speeches

<p>As his second term came to a close four years later, Washington prepared a revision of the original letter with the help of Hamilton to write a new farewell address to announce his intention to decline a third term in office. He reflects on the emerging issues of the American political landscape in 1796, expresses his support for the government eight years after the adoption of the Constitution, defends his administration's record and gives valedictory advice to the American people.</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/hmphaudiobooks/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/hmphaudiobooks/support</a>