In revisiting George Washington's discarded sentences from his Farewell Address, a prophetic warning of the current constitutional crisis emerges. These insights illuminate Washington's deep concern over the fragility of democratic institutions and the dangers posed by demagogues and partisan conflict. Washington's foresight about the potential for the abuse of power echoes through history, predicting dangers similar to those seen in the modern era, underscoring the need for vigilance in safeguarding democracy. His messages serve as both a warning and a call to action to protect the integrity of self-governance.
"In Republics of narrow extent, it is not difficult for those who at any time hold the reins of Power, and command the ordinary public favor, to overturn the established Constitution, in favor of their own aggrandisement."
"Partial combinations of men, who though not in Office, from birth, riches or other sources of distinction, have extraordinary influence & numerous adherents would subvert the very foundations of the republic."
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