In his farewell address, Washington tells American citizens that he does not want to be put into the running pool for another term as president. He wants to make sure that the citizens know that he appreciates their support through his presidency and he wants them to support him as he steps down. He wants to make sure the country won't disapprove of his retirement. He must quit the political scene because of age and exhaustion but not because of patriotism. He is grateful to the United states and all that they have done for him and the awards that he has been given. Washington felt as though he had a successful presidency and that he guided it based on his own moral principles. He is thankful for the support of his country and he hopes that the first president of the United States will have a lasting legacy, which it indeed did.
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