History

Presidents Day

In honor of Presidents Day and George Washington’s birthday on the third Monday of February, TOTI Media presents fun facts about U.S. presidents. The list is compiled from various sources, including the Old Farmer’s Almanac. We wanted to include a quote from George Washington upon assuming the presidency in 1789: “My movements to the chair of government will be accompanied by feelings not unlike those of a culprit who is going to the place of his execution.”

Washington, it should be noted, refused a $25,000 salary. The president since 2001 has earned $400,000 annually, as well as a $50,000 expense account, a $100,000 nontaxable travel account and $19,000 for entertainment.