Introduction
George Washington is a celebrated hero due to his personalized need to make a difference.
George Washington remained consistent throughout his leadership dispensation.
This presentation explores the heroic deeds of George Washington.
The presentation draws a lot from Washington’s autobiography.
The presentation will explain his achievements in democracy, local and foreign policy, and the independence of the United States.
Washington’s Achievements
Democracy and rule of law
The most admired qualities of George Washington include courage, confidence, and statesmanship.
Washington was at the forefront of creating and institutionalizing a strong, well-organized, and steadily financed government.
George Washington’s government was very successful in suppressing rebellion and established a very firm united America (Grizzard 21).
Continuation
George Washington is accredited for having initiated different government rituals.
The inaugural speech and cabinet system of governance were the creation of George Washington.
The cabinet system has survived the test of time and has been adopted by several governments across the world.
Washington was the Commander in Chief of the Continental Army when the revolutionary combat was in progress.
The success of this war led to the establishment of the current United States of America.
Peace and Economic Independence
The current transitional process was first implemented by George Washington.
George Washington facilitated a peaceful and structured transition to John Adams.
Due to the peaceful transition, Washington earned the title of the ‘Father of America’.
Washington’s government established the first national bank and taxation on commodities such as Whisky.
Continuation
Washington’s economic policies led to the establishment of financially stable that did not depend on foreign aid.
Washington’s financial policies have remained relevant and have placed the US ahead of many countries (Cornwell 4).
Washington preserved the United States’ government during a period of continuous demand for secession during the Whisky protests.
Washington quelled the rebellion that threatened to destroy the foundation of the United States of America.
Social and Political Policies and Acts
As a president, George Washington is accredited for having established and implemented the first Resident Act and the Bill of Rights.
These acts were instrumental towards the authorization of the sitting president to have an exclusive mandate in running the government.
This action still empowers presidents to make critical decisions whenever called upon.
The acts have ensured that the government of the day is strong enough to survive the opposition onslaught.
Public interest through foreign policy
George Washington’s foreign policy approach was significant.
Washington was the first president of the independent United States of America to sign an international trade treaty.
The policy enabled the government to remain vibrant, establish friendships across the globe, and serve its interests with minimal resistance.
Washington signed the Jay Treaty of 1794 to facilitate smooth and beneficial trade with Great Britain.
Washington managed to mobilize the Senate and the public to support his foreign policy with a lot of success (Cornwell 3).
Social and perception influences
George Washington’s initiatives were able to set a good example through conforming to shared values of the then-infant American community.
Washington enlivened a common vision by visualizing the future through perceiving to achieve pleasant and excellent possibilities.
His speeches on equality and the tenets of America promote economic independence.
Washington’s perspective of quality leadership has remained part of the United States syllabus (Grizzard 21).
Respect for Human Rights and Territorial Surveillance
Washington’s private views on slavery and the slave trade were that it is against basic human rights.
He went further to arrange for the release of his slaves upon demise.
George Washington adopted the reactionary policy on the security of its foreign trade interests.
Washington organized the Navy to silence the Barbary pirates from interfering with the nation’s interests.
Washington managed to preserve the autonomy and inclusiveness of his government during this time of challenge.
Summary
The leadership of George Washington was inspired by the need to transform America into a united and democratic territory.
The cabinet system of governance, inaugural speech ritual, peaceful transition continue to operate in the current government.
Washington established and implemented the first Resident Act and the Bill of Rights.
Washington’s government established the first national bank and taxation on commodities.
Works Cited
Cornwell, Rupert. George Washington: The Father of the nation. 2009. Web.
Grizzard, Frank. George Washington: A Biographical Companion, Santa Barbara, California: ABC-CLIO, 2002. Print.