After America won independence from Great Britain, the Founding Fathers wanted to create a strong nation that could stand on its own. However, in order for the new nation to be successful it had to be governed by someone who was selfless and respected amongst many. The country was in great need of someone who could keep it in order and always have it moving in a positive direction that would make our country expand. The Founding Fathers wanted to build a country that would last for thousands of years, and in order for our country to survive the leader had to have courage and humility. Although, many of the civic virtues the Founding Fathers talked about were courage and selflessness. These characteristics is what the Founding Fathers felt
