Weird But True Know-It-All: U.S. Presidents

Weird But True Know-It-All: U.S. Presidents — page 5
JOB DESCRIPTION NOT INCLUDED The framers of the Constitution were fed up with kings They didn't want to create a new government with too much power but they also knew a stronger government could help get things done The question was how to check and balance that power History didn't help There was a lack of examples of effective republics from around the world to help them decide how much and what kind of power the leader of their new country should have Since there was no precedent to follow the first president George Washington realized that all of his decisions would define what it means to be the president Ever since different presidents have shaped the presidency in their own way so it can be said that the job description is still evolving even today BY THE NUMBERS Did you know the White House has a dentist a florist shop and a chocolate shop While the most famous house in the country is constantly updating with each new president here are some fast facts ADDRESS 1600 PENNSYLVANIA AVE SIZE 55 000 SQUARE FEET 5 110 SQ M GALLONS OF PAINT TO KEEP IT WHITE FLOORS WINDOWS ROOMS FIREPLACES STAIRCASES ELEVATORS HIDDEN MEZZANINE LEVELS BOMB SHELTERS SECRET TUNNELS