Look, it was worth a try and all the effort but we may need to give up and go back to the old way

[underpants]

The Articles of Confederation and Perpetual Union
Ratified 1781 - replaced by The US Constitution 1789

http://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Articles_of_Confederation

I am glad we kept at it.

[Laelth]

1. Not to nit-pick.

But I have to nit-pick, here. The Constitution of the United States was produced and ratified in 1787. George Washington became our first President in 1788.

-Laelth

[underpants]

2. Hmmmm

The first Wikipedia link says 1789.
This link says 1788.

http://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/US_Constitution

I am getting differing info but I will take your word for it

[Laelth]

3. 1788 was our first election.

While 1788 was our first election, I suppose it's true that George Washington did not take office until 1789. That would make sense. Presidents always assume office in odd-numbered years. Here's what I remember:

Gotta love Schoolhouse Rock! My generation learned a lot from it.



-Laelth

[Laelth]

4. I am kicking your thread because it's cool. n/t

-Laelth