Friday, January 04, 2008
Fellow Citizens
President George Washington wanted a government free from political parties. This dream quickly vanished under Hamilton’s Federalists and Jefferson’s Democratic - Republicans. However, President Washington governed as best as he could for the good of the entire country. Before taking action on the Jay Treaty, President Washington sought the advice and consent of the Senate and the opinions of his Cabinet. The following letter to the Selectmen of Boston, shows the President’s thoughts.



