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In my opinion, Andrew Jackson chose not to run for presidency in 1836 since he had failed enough. From weakening the Second National Bank of the United States to trying to stop the inflation.

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He wanted to retire (and didn't want to get talked out of retirement again).

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Q: Why did George Washington not run for president in 1796?
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Who won the election when George Washington decided not to run?

John Adams won in 1796 and became the president when Washington left office in 1797.


Which president established the custom of not running for a third term?

George Washington set this precedent which was observed until Franklin Roosevelt decided to run for a third term in 1940.


Who won the election in 1796 when George Washington decided not to run?

John Adams won this election and Thomas Jefferson by finishing second became the vice-president.


What did George Washington run for after he came out the military?

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What day did George Washington run for president?

in 1772


When did George Washington run for president?

feb 04 1789


Who inspired George Washington to run as president?

everyone in America


What was Washington responsibility as president?

george washingtons responsibilitie is to run the state.


Did Washington run against anyone as president?

No, George Washington ran unopposed in both of his presidential elections.


How many electoral votes did Washington have?

George Washington was unanimously elected both times that he ran for U. S. President. He received a vote from each of the 69 electors in 1789 and from each of the 132 electors in 1792. Although he did not run for reelection in 1796, he received two votes that year.


Who was the first president after George Washington to run for reelection virtually unopposed?

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Who was the first president to serve two terms and then refused to run for a third?

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