In Washington's Farewell Address, Washington states that he won't be serving another term. Even though the people wanted him to serve another term, he refused and said he was satisfied with the work he did. Without him, he says that the people must abide by the Constitution and, especially now, the country must unite. Washington warns the people about political factions. These parties can take upon influence in a certain geographical location and therefore misrepresent the passions or opinions of the people. Washington also cautions against foreign influence, which is believed to be the enemy of republican government. Therefore, he says to refrain from foreign alliances. Lastly, he warns that the US should elect their administration with caution. As a nation, they are trusted to prevent one "department" from dominating another.
before the US was bombed at pearl harbor they remained out of the war and tried to keep out of foreign affairs. Similar to Washington’s finial warning to keep the country out of foreign affairs for the seeable future.
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