Jan Brewer Quotes

A collection of quotes by Jan Brewer.

Jan Brewer is an American politician who served as the 22nd Governor of Arizona from 2009 to 2015. She was born on September 26, 1944, in Hollywood, California, and grew up in a family with a strong political background. Brewer graduated from Glendale Community College and later earned a bachelor's degree in political science from California State University, Los Angeles.

Brewer embarked on her political career in the 1980s, serving in the Arizona House of Representatives from 1983 to 1987 and the Arizona State Senate from 1987 to 1996. In 2002, she was elected as Arizona's Secretary of State, a position she held until her ascent to the Governor's office.

As Governor, Brewer gained national attention for her signing of the controversial Arizona Senate Bill 1070 in 2010, which aimed to crack down on illegal immigration in the state. The law faced significant criticism for its potential to result in racial profiling. Brewer faced numerous legal challenges and protests during her tenure as Governor due to her stance on immigration.

Beyond immigration, Brewer focused on improving the state's education system, fiscal responsibility, and job creation during her tenure. She was also known for her fiscal prudence in handling the state's budget during challenging economic times.

After completing her two terms as Governor, Brewer retired from politics. She remains an influential figure in Arizona and continues to engage in political commentary and advocacy on various issues.

I am encouraged that there's going to be much better dialogu

I am encouraged that there's going to be much better dialogue between the federal government and the state of Arizona. I mean, I hope that's not wishful thinking.

Jan Brewer

Hope

And under the existing circumstances, I understand there are

And under the existing circumstances, I understand there are situations where people indeed need care and need services, but I believe in America that the majority of those people are getting those services under situations and circumstances that are afforded to them by their health care providers and their state government.

Jan Brewer

Health

We have over 500,000 illegal immigrants living in Arizona. A

We have over 500,000 illegal immigrants living in Arizona. And we simply cannot sustain it. It costs us a tremendous amount of money of course in health care, in education, and then, on top of it all, in incarceration. And the federal government doesn't reimburse us on any of these things.

Jan Brewer

Education

I respect the office of the president.

I respect the office of the president.

Jan Brewer

Respect

So you know, I think that the federal government, the Democr

So you know, I think that the federal government, the Democrats, and President Obama are selling a lot of hope and change, but no delivery of any of those promises.

Jan Brewer

Hope