Washington's Farewell Address Themes

George Washington has been the most reluctant president in American history. He didn't want the job, and he only stuck around for two terms because other people convinced him he couldn't leave yet....

Religion was a pretty significant part of colonial American life. A number of the colonies (like Maryland and Pennsylvania) were founded as a way for European immigrants to practice their religion...

A speech by a political leader that deals with political themes? We know it's shocking, but take some deep breaths to manage the surprise.Remember, though, that Washington was the first president o...

If there's one word you hear mentioned in political speeches and beer commercials more than any other in the United States, it's "freedom." Especially when you add the synonym "liberty." Freedom is...

George Washington was generally a pretty stand-up guy. He's famous for his honesty and generally just being a good dude. During his presidency, he really tried to create an environment where everyo...

The idea of patriotism has changed over time in America. Not that people weren't always jazzed about the United States—otherwise the American Revolution wouldn't have happened—but the format of...