His retirement was in no way a sign of him failing, it was in fact a sign of him stepping down in order to focus on his health. The mounting criticism he was receiving from the press and his health issues fueled his decision to retire. Washington’s time as President was very influential on the country, and he believed that he strengthened the country due to only allowing a President to only serve a maximum of two terms. He believed that a two-term limit would strengthen the country. The end of the chapter discussed George Washington’s Farewell Address and the major points it covered. The chapter titled, The Collaboration, the reader’s focus is drawn to the relationship between John Adams and Thomas Jefferson. John Adams was the nation’s second President, and at the time, Thomas Jefferson was his Vice President. Jefferson’s term as President was quite challenging. These two men, separated by political differences, continued to maintain respect for each other as well as a functioning