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White House
This category is for questions and answers about the White House, located at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20500. The White House is the home and workplace of the American president. It is also a major icon of American government.
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Where do the employees of the white house park their cars?
they don't need cars they live there too. And they have ppl to get food for them.
Who lived in the White House with Andrew Johnson?
His nephew, Andrew Jackson Donelson who served as his secretary and Donelson's wife , Emily, who served as White House hostess, lived with him much of time. He also had an artist friend that lived with them much of the time.
Is there a famous saying or quote from Thomas Jefferson?
"My only fear is that I may live too long. This would be a subject of dread to me."
"The world is indebted for all triumphs which have been gained by reason and humanity over error and oppression."
"I like the dreams of the future better than the history of the past."
"Never spend your money before you have earned it."
"Enlighten the people generally, and tyranny and oppressions of body and mind will vanish like evil spirits at the dawn of day."
"We hold these truths to be self-evident: that all men are created equal; that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable rights; that among these are life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness"
What grid square is the White House located in?
Each map that employs a grid has its own grid pattern, so without seeing your map there is no way to know.
If you are referring to global coordinates, its approximate coordinates are 77.04° west longitude by 38.90° north latitude.
When is the best time to tour the White House?
The best time to tour the White House is during Christmas time. The house is decorated beautifully, and it is a unique experience.
Is there is resolute desk in the oval office?
Yes, there is a Resolute Desk in the Oval Office. It came from the timbers of the British ship HMS RESOLUTE, abandoned in the Arctic in the 1850's, salvaged, and returned to Britain by the US Congress. Queen Victoria sent the desk to President Hayes as a token of friendship and this started the Special Relationship between the USA and Britain. A good book that covers the story is "HMS Resolute" by Elizabeth Matthews.
Who painted Bill Clinton's white house portrait?
First US president to have his portrait made an African America, Simmie Knox.
I do believe there was another portrait done, wearing a grey suit, which Clinton despised. It was an awful portrait, likely made by a neo-con who was accidentally (or intentionally) commissioned for the job. You could see the artist hated Ole' Bill.
Well, the President ultimately had his way.
What are the advantages and disadvantages of White House staff?
Advantages of White House staff include their expertise and experience, which can contribute to efficient decision-making and policy implementation. They also serve as trusted advisors to the president, providing valuable insights on various issues. However, disadvantages can arise from potential conflicts of interest or lack of accountability, as staff members may prioritize personal or political agendas over the best interests of the public. Additionally, an overreliance on staff advice can limit diverse perspectives and undermine democratic decision-making processes.
Where can one find White House Black Market coupons?
One can find White House Black Market coupons at various websites such as Retail Me Not, Deal Gig, Yelp, Deal Locker, and Slick deals just to name a few.
Do you have to be married to run for president?
No, there are no rules regarding marriage for a candidate for the U.S. Presidency or to hold the office. Actually there are few to no restrictions on who can run for President of the United States. However, Article II of the U.S. Constitution sets rules for who can serve as President. The requirements are:
- Be a natural born citizen of the United States
- Be at least 35 years of age
- Have lived in the U.S. at least 14 years. Three single persons have so far been elected to the U.S. Presidency:
- James Buchanan (1791-1868) was 15th U.S. President (1857-1861)
- Chester A. Arthur (1829-1886) was 21st U.S. President (1881-1885)
- Grover Cleveland (1837-1908) was 22nd (1885-1889) & 24th (1893-1897) President. * James Buchanan had become a confirmed bachelor years before his election after his fiancee broke off their engagement and died shortly after. * Chester A. Arthur had married, but his wife died 20 months before he took office. * Grover Cleveland entered office as a single man but married a year and a half into his first term.
Can a president's daughter get married with a prince?
She can, if a prince wants to marry her. (He might have to give up the throne to marry her.)
Where is the Sumner Ryan House Museum in Sumner Washington located?
The address of the Sumner Ryan House Museum is: 1228 Main St, Sumner, WA 98390
What is the phone number of the White Salmon Valley Community Library in White Salmon?
The phone number of the White Salmon Valley Community Library is: 509-493-1132.
Does the vice-president also live in the white house?
No. Congress designated a house on the southeast corner of 34th Street and Massachusetts Avenue in Washington DC where the vice president of the United States would live. Located on the grounds of the United States Naval Observatory, the house was built in 1893 for the Superintendent of the Observatory. The white 19th Century house at Number One Observatory Circle in northwestern Washington, D.C., was built in 1893.
How many worker are in the White House?
there are about 50 maids and 100 constucturors and they do t alot
Does the White House faces east like the masonic lodge?
The White House's layout is unrelated to the layout of a Masonic Lodge. In particular, the Oval Office (office of the President) is situated such that the President faces north when seated at his desk. The primary entrances of the White House are located on all four cardinal directions.
