In his farewell address, which president warned the American people to "steer clear of permanent alliances" and "to have . . . as little political connection as possible" with foreign nations?

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In his farewell address, which president warned the American people to "steer clear of permanent alliances" and "to have . . . as little political connection as possible" with foreign nations?

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This quote is from George Washington's farewell address, given in 1796. He cautioned against the dangers of entangling alliances and urged the country to prioritize its own interests above those of foreign nations.

In His Farewell Address, Which President Warned the American People