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=** By Travis Jackson **=

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 * It was very interesting how George Washington became president.When George Washington was first elected, he received all the votes. However, John Adams became Vice President because he was the only other one to run. Then, when Washington became president, he went on an inaugural journey from Mt. Vernon to New York and finally, the country’s capital. ( becoming president ) As he stepped into the open on his inauguration day, the crowd arose in a thunderous applause.Washington was sworn in so quietly, that no one could hear him except the Congress. After that event, a cheer broke out and every single person was ecstatic for the first president of the United States.(Inauguration) In Washington’s first Inaugural address, he was very thorough and discussed how he is ready to be president and willing to do what ever it takes to be a powerful leader. However, he made his second inaugural address much shorter and stated his enthusiasm for helping the country.( Inaugural address ) I think George Washington was chosen as president because everyone knew he was the leader that won them the war against the British. He was also extremely intelligent,dedicated and very well educated. Furthermore, they understood that he had connections and would be able to help relieve their country of its heavy debt. That is how George Washington became president. **