Correcting Liberal Myths of George Washington | Presidents Series

Dave Rubin with Andrew Klavan

Dave Rubin of “The Rubin Report” talks to Andrew Klavan about George Washington’s legacy during Presidents’ Week;

• Washington’s moral character and decision to relinquish power after the Revolutionary War

• comparisons to Cincinnatus and the importance of civilian control of the military

• Washington’s views on virtue, slavery, and freeing his slaves upon death

• how his leadership united founders like Jefferson and Adams

• what Washington might think of modern political polarization and free speech debates, and

• why understanding the Founding Fathers requires historical balance, and much more