# Ep. 290 | Constitutional Chats Podcast | Henry Olson | Celebrating Washington's Birthday: The Farewell Address That Formed Our Republic

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Published: 2026-02-20T19:29:43+00:00
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It is that time of year where celebrate the birthday of General George Washington! Each year around this time our podcast pays tribute to the man Major General Henry "Light Horse Harry" Lee III eulogized as "First in war, first in peace, and first in the hearts of his countrymen." This year, we focus on Washington's Farewell Address, an incredible example of his oratorical skills and a blueprint for our republic. In his address, Washington paints a rather cautionary tale on issues that will face our new nation. Among others, he cautioned against the rise of political factions and foreign entanglements, issues that still affect our nation centuries later. To lead the conversation this week, we are thrilled to welcome Henry Olson, senior fellow at the Ethics and Public Policy Center, as our special guest.

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