...avoiding wars between different regions and states. Speaking directly to the people Washington said, "Citizens, by birth or choice, of a common country,...any appellation derived from local discriminations." Washington also spoke of the importance of the Constitution, of following its principles, ensuring...

...Virginian, President Washington had a natural pride in Virginia: but as an American. in his stately phrase, "the name of American. which belongs to you. in your...patriotism, more than any appellation derived from local discrimination." 5. Recognizing the strength of local and State and sectional prejudices and how strong...