George Washington Presidency

According to Washington, what is primary duty of president?

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Why did Washington and other founders believe citizens must possess civic virtue?

Because citizens who are not self sufficient and looking out for their country will end up needing a large government and lose control of their own destiny.

What did the Federal Judiciary Act establish

Established Supreme Court with 6 justices, one of them was Chief Justice.

Why did Hamilton want a National Bank

Give national currency, allow government to carry out job in all states

How did Washington respond to Whiskey Rebellion?

He sent troops to stop the rebellion to prove the new government could do it's job.

NEW YORK CITY

Nationals Capital when Washington was president

What does Washington say relationship with foreign nations should be?

Neutral

What two things did Washington warn of in farewell speech?

Political parties dividing the Americans Remain neutral with foreign countries

President Washingtons cabinet:

Secretary of War: Henry Knox Secretary of State: Thomas Jeffereson Secretary of Treasury: Alexander Hamilton Attorney General: Edmund Randolph not cabinet, but vice President: John Adams

Why do citizens need civic knowledge?

So they know their rights so they cannot be controlled by government

What was the cause of the Whiskey Rebellion?

Taxes on Whiskey - farmers upset

Why did George Washington dislike political parties?

They divided the country and caused americans to attack each other

What major debt did USA need to pay when Washington was president

War debt

Where does Washington say our relationships should stop and why?

because agreements with other countries could work against US interests