Precedents of a President

GW was anxious; he said… “I walk on untrodden ground…” “No slip will go unnoticed…”

Precedent…a definition something done by one person that becomes a tradition or model for another person establishing a “tradition”

Precedents of President Washington Inauguration Ceremony – “swearing in” placed his hand on a Bible while taking the Oath of Office ceremonial title of “Mr. President” creation of a “cabinet” – group of advisors State of the Union address – speech or message to describe the conditions of the country

Precedents of President Washington directed foreign policy (ignored Congress) used the army to force compliance – to do what the government wants you to do (ex. tax problem of “Whiskey Rebellion”) Proclamation of Neutrality – not to take sides in foreign wars and disputes two-term presidency – 8 years maximum Farewell Address – “retirement” speech

Precedents of a President