Sunday, February 14, 2010

George Washington's Birthday Celebration and why!

In this article from the Heritage Foundation, we learn why George Washington's birthday is so important on the 3rd Monday in February, as it has been, will continue to be observed and worth remembering.




Washington wrote extensively and eloquently about the principles and purposes of the American Founding. He was a champion of religious freedom, of immigration, and of the rule of law. His most significant legacy is his Farewell Address of 1796, which ranks with the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution as one of the greatest documents of the Founding. The Farewell Address is best remembered for its counsel about international affairs: Washington recommended commercial relations with other nations but as few political entanglements as possible.