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Why is Washington's birthday a holiday? How Presidents Day came to be.

  • The federal government designates the holiday as Washington's Birthday, although it is commonly known as Presidents Day, which honors all U.S. Presidents.
  • Every February 22, a senator reads aloud George Washington's Farewell Address, which offers cautions on partisanship and the importance of morality.
  • Author Bret Baier highlights George Washington's leadership during the revolution, saying he inspired troops even in difficult conditions, which was crucial for defeating the British forces.
  • Baier suggests learning from Washington's approach to dissent and political division, emphasizing the need for common ground during contentious times in American history.
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USA Today broke the news in United States on Monday, February 17, 2025.
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