1. AIM: Should the United States follow George Washington’s foreign policy advice today?

2. Do Now:
How would you describe U.S. Foreign policy today?

3. What is going on in other countries during Washington’s presidency?
1789: French Revolution  many Americans supported the Revolution due similar ideals
Do you think the United States should support France at this time? Why/why not?

4. Washington’s Farewell Address--1796
What does he advise in his Farewell Address? (worksheet)

5. Washington’s Farewell Address

6. Declaration of Neutrality—issued by Washington due to changing goals of the French during the Revolution (goals became more Radical)
This declaration divided opinions within the United States—emergence of political parties

7. Main Ideas of Washington’s Farewell Address
Washington felt there was nothing to gain by getting involved in the politics of Europe or in Europe’s alliances
By getting involved for unnecessary reasons, could endanger the peace and prosperity of the U.S.
Remain defensive and save temporary alliances for extreme cases