LAD #7: Washington's Farewell Address

The beginning of Washington's Farewell Address is oriented around the concept of national unity and how the United States will only maintain freedom with unity. He believes that if the constitution does not permit beneficial concepts, then it should be altered. He states how the establishment of political parties will diminish the union and separate the nation as well. Next, he advises that the United States remain neutral considering foreign affairs, and that the military shouldn't obtain excessive power to the point of dictating the government. He concludes that citizens should obey the concepts incorporated within the constitution, for it is for the benefit of the nation.