A discussion of the first two presidential elections held in the United States and at George Washington's administrations, based on his own speeches and other source documents.

The Elections of 1789 & 1792 -- Facts at a glance -- The Constitution of the United States, Section 1 -- On the union as a safeguard -- Washington accepts the presidency -- The first inaugural address -- Thanksgiving proclamation -- First annual message of George Washington -- The establishment of the Federal District -- Condemnation of an attack on Native Americans -- Washington's second inaugural address -- Washington's sixth annual message -- Washington's farewell address.