Subject: Re: Does He Ever Tell the Truth?
Reality check. The "east wing" is separated from the White House by a considerable distance, connected by an enclosed walkway. It was originally built in 1902. In 1942, a second story was added, and a bomb shelter. Considering that, when the WH does host a shindig, it has been held in a tent, in principle, I am not opposed to construction of a ballroom. There are plenty of other concerns I have about the project, but, in principle, I am not opposed to the east wing being torn down and a ballroom built.

Steve