Aim What precedents did George Washington establish What

Aim: What precedents did George Washington establish?

What powers does the president have? Article II. Section 2. The President shall be commander in chief of the Army and Navy of the United States, and of the militia of the several states, when called into the actual service of the United States; he may require the opinion, in writing, of the principal officer in each of the executive departments, upon any subject relating to the duties of their respective offices, and he shall have power to grant reprieves and pardons for offenses against the United States, except in cases of impeachment. He shall have power, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate, to make treaties, provided two thirds of the Senators present concur; and he shall nominate, and by and with the advice and consent of the Senate, shall appoint ambassadors, other public ministers and consuls, judges of the Supreme Court, and all other officers of the United States, whose appointments are not herein otherwise provided for, and which shall be established by law: but the Congress may by law vest the appointment of such inferior officers, as they think proper, in the President alone, in the courts of law, or in the heads of departments.

What powers does the president have? 1. Commander of the US military 2. To grant pardons (forgiveness) 3. Make treaties 4. Appoint officials and

George Washington • Unanimously voted president in first presidential ballot of electoral college • Washington received the news on April 16, 1789 and was inaugurated as the first president of the United States in New York City (the 1 st Capital of the US– for

George Washington • As the first President, George Washington helped to define what it meant to be president • He set many PRECEDENTS that future presidents would follow for years to come action that is considered an example or guide for others to follow

Precedent #1 The President’s Cabinet is the people who give advise to the president. Washington selected four people to advise him.

Precedent #2 No other nation had ever elected a president…. As the 1 st president EVERRRRR!!! No one knew what to call George Washington. Some Americans called him "Your Excellency" or "General” or "Your Highness” or "His Majesty the President!” After days of debate, the simple title of "Mr. President" was adopted. Call me Mr. President

Precedent #3 In 1791, farmers protested against a tax on whiskey. To stop the “Whiskey rebellion” George Washington led the army into Pennsylvania. This showed that the president will enforce the law.

Precedent #4 In 1796, Washington decided to leave the presidency and give someone else a chance to be president. I’m only staying for 2 terms (2 terms of 4 years= 8 years as US President) Establishing the precedent of a two term limit

Precedent #5 When he was stepping down as President Washington did something that became a tradition—he gave a “goodbye” speech that became known as the Farewell address. Goodbye people!

Precedent #6 In his Farewell address, President Washington recommended that the US should remain neutral from European conflicts. Let’s not take sides or get involved! Let’s stay NEUTRAL!

Precedent #7 Washington at first declined a salary but he later accepted a salary so that future presidents wouldn't be limited to wealthy individuals who do not require a salary. He wanted anyone, rich or poor, to be given the chance to be President.

The “Unwritten Constitution” Washington’s precedents are part of The "Unwritten Constitution. ” The Unwritten Constitution are the ideas and actions that are not part of the Constitution but are accepted as a needed part of the US government. Examples: • When the President meets with the Cabinet • Congressional committees (committees or groups in Congress that research specific topics before writing laws. ) • Political Parties (the first political parties started from the debates over ratification of the Constitution —Federalists v. Anti-Federalists)

The rise of Political Parties • Federalists – favored a strong central government • Supported by the North • Alexander Hamilton • Democratic. Republicans – favored strong state governments. • Supported by the South • Thomas Jefferson