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 The White House receives approximately 6,000 visitors a day and has 6 floors (2 are basements), 132 rooms, 32 bathrooms, 147 windows, 412 doors, 12 chimneys, 3 elevators, and 7 staircases. It takes 570 gallons of white paint to cover the outside. Throughout its history, the White House has been known as the "President''s Palace," the "President''s House," and the "Executive Mansion." President Theodore Roosevelt officially gave the White House its current name in 1901. The White House has six floors--two basements, two public floors, and two floors for the First Family. Visitors who tour the White House are able to see the most beautiful and historic rooms in the house including the East Room, the Green Room, the Blue Room, the Red Room, and the State Dining Room. These rooms are used by the President and First Lady to entertain guests and to receive leaders of other countries. The president would refocus America''s policy in Asia on friends and allies Would redefine relationship between China and U.S. as one of competitors, not strategic partners Supports ''one-China'' policy Supports the Taiwan Relations Act Supports the Taiwan Security Enhancement Act Opposes any further IMF loans to Russia Would work with Russia to achieve verifiable strategic arms reduction and prevent the spread of nuclear weapons Would press Moscow for an accurate inventory of all Russian nuclear material Would substantially increase funding for the Nunn-Lugar program in order to dismantle as many of Russia''s nuclear weapons as possible, as quickly as possible Would redirect American assistance, investment and loans to the Russian people, not to the bank accounts of corrupt officials Supports reaching out to a new generation of Russians through educational exchanges and programs to support the rule of law and a civil society. The White House is truly the people''s home. It stands as a monument to our ancestors and the democratic ideals upon which they modeled our nation. Inside it are precious gifts from the past that serve to remind us of our cultural heritage. If you do come to Washington, I hope that you will take time to visit in person. The White House is also the center of our nations government. The President and I have had the privilege of hosting many public events here, from the White House Conference on Early Childhood Development to formal State Dinners. As First Lady, I have met many wonderful people here at the White House. Princess Diana, Nelson Mandela, and many other leaders, entertainers, and ordinary citizens have been our guests. a list of american presidents with information about them
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