![]() ![]() General Washington wrote, and I quote, “The arts and sciences essential to the prosperity of the State and…the ornament and happiness of human life.” Rescued by Dolley Madison after the British torched this very space, a life-size portrait of our Founding Father, who, in the midst of a war of independence, wrote a letter to the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, which had recently made him a member. That’s the only object still here.Īnd I want you to know an Irishman designed the White House. This past - this - and like this portrait of George Washington painted by Gilbert Stuart, it’s the only object still here since the White House was opened in 1800. A place to work, a national park, a museum, as well as an - art and artifacts capturing the soul of our nation for many years. ![]() It’s a residence for the First Family, but it’s really the People’s House - and it really is. Welcome to the White House - a sacred place for many reasons. Vice President Harris, the Second Gentleman, former President Selina Meyer. (Laughter.) Good afternoon/evening - close. Please - please have a seat.Īnd, you know, I’m going to say, starting off - and say, “Good evening.” I think they thought we’d take longer in the other room. THE PRESIDENT: Hello, hello! (Applause.) Thank you, thank you, thank you.
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