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Assignment "Precedents Set By George Washington"
American Government I
Precedents Set By George Washington
As the first President of the United States of America, George Washington was aware that many of his actions would be regarded as precedents, meaning that many of the decisions he made in his presidency would inform the decisions of future Presidents. This week, we will focus on three precedents that Washington established (listed below).
Washington created the first Presidential Cabinet
Who was on the Cabinet, and what Departments did they represent?Who is on the current Presidential Cabinet, and what Departments do they represent?
What is similar, and what differences can you find in the way these Cabinets wereassembled and the Departments the members represent?
Washington was the first President to leave office after two terms
Did he specifically intend for future presidents to be limited to two terms?
Who were the presidents who tried for third terms?
Who was the successful one?
Washington was the first to establish foreign policy, issuing the Proclamation ofNeutrality
What situation or situations did this proclamation address?
What agency advises the President on foreign policy today?
What is the role of this agency?