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White House social aides guide guests and gossip
The 36 young, single officers serving as White House social aides handle crowd control and etiquette at functions. They assist guests with fainting, ensure women are not left alone, and escort intoxicated guests home. They guard identities, manage photos, and even stop pilfering while navigating the varying tones of Kennedy Johnson and Nixon administrations.
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