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President George Washington

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Parties, Power, and Permanency

Parties are perceived as corrupt entities driven by self-interest and the pursuit of power rather than exercising judgment for the nation's benefit. Washington's decisions, notably regarding the bank, were pragmatic and focused on the nation's needs. He believed in democracy's inherent disagreements but opposed the permanent loyal opposition of parties. Presidents and cabinets in that era dealt with issues year-round, with business conducted in a different manner. Washington and Jefferson often returned to their homes, managing their schedules to avoid conflicts with each other. Despite the perpetual nature of government business, at times, urgent actions had to be taken without waiting for the legislature to act.

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