The New Nation: Washington Takes the Reigns…and Gets a Headache
Join us for another series of three in-person lectures, presented by Dr. Matthew Warshauer, CCSU History Department.
When George Washington, the most respected man in the nation, becomes president, he hopes to serve one term and promptly retire. That proves impossible. Both Hamilton and Jefferson press the president to continue, lest the new nation fail before it truly begins. The result is a remarkable second inaugural address that speaks volumes in its brevity. What did Washington say that “says it all”?
🎟 Register once for the whole series – even if you can’t attend every session
📚 Avon Library | 281 Country Club Rd., Avon, CT 06001


