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The White House is the residence of the President of the United States. It is also a symbol of the presidency directly and indirectly of the power he represents.
It's not just a building but rather a kind of political symbol. It is seen by the world as the Headquarters of the USA.
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∙ 11y ago
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∙ 8y agoFirst and foremost, as a symbol it is the people's house. The President is given only temporary residence there, by voters' election and determination from the Electoral College. Second, it is a symbol of leadership from a person who voters believe will uphold the values and beliefs of the US Constitution. Third, it (like any country's home reserved for its leader), The White House is a symbol of the power the President holds in conjunction with powers held by the US Congress.
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∙ 14y agoBecause the White house was burned down while James Madison was president. It was rebuilt and repainted and they used white paint to cover the smoke marks
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∙ 14y agoBcause the is the house of the presitent
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∙ 12y agoBcause the is the house of the presitent
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∙ 8y agothe president lives in it.
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What are the most important monumentsBuildings in America?
The white house, pier station The white house, pier station The white house, pier station
How is the White House important?
The White House is important because it houses the First family (the U.S. Presidents and his immediate relatives) and is home to several important political offices.
Why the White House have many rooms?
to make it look important
What kind of people visit the White House?
only very important ppl visit the white house like JB or lady gaga
Why is the wight house important?
Assuming you're talking about the White House - it is the official residence of the american President.
What is inside the White House?
Their are important rooms in the white house like the blue room the dinning room the oval room their are some rooms that are so important that even the kids in the white house can't go in them and finally their is the oval room that room is where the president is most of his day. And that concludes my information about rooms in the white house.
Residence where dignitaries stay when visiting the white house?
The Blair House is the official guest house for visiting dignitaries of the White House. It is located across the street from the White House in Washington, D.C. and is used to accommodate foreign heads of state, royalty, and other important guests.
Who is the most important person in the white house and how much money do they make?
the president.
What did Dolley Madison do when British troops invaded the White House?
She saved the famous portrait of George Washington and some important presidential documents. The picture is now hanging in the East room of the white house. She left before they actually invaded the White House.
Why is August 1814 such an important day?
August 1814 is such an important day because that is when the White House burned up.
What are some important contributions with Dolley Madison?
Dolley Madison was a fine hostess for the White House but her most important contribution was to take George Washington's portrait with her when the British burned the White House during the War of 1812. That was irreplaceable.
What important events happened at the white house in 1817?
The White House was burnt down by British soldiers in the year of 1814. Also, in 1814 the Treaty of Ghent was established ending war of 1812.
