Valerie Jarrett Quotes

A collection of quotes by Valerie Jarrett.

Valerie Jarrett is an American lawyer, businesswoman, and former senior adviser to President Barack Obama. She was born on November 14, 1956, in Shiraz, Iran, to American parents. Jarrett's father, a physician, was working in Iran at the time and her mother is an African American. She spent her early years abroad, before moving to the United States at a young age.

Jarrett graduated from Stanford University and later received her law degree from the University of Michigan Law School. In the early stages of her career, she worked as a corporate lawyer and eventually became the deputy corporation counsel for the city of Chicago. During her time in Chicago, Jarrett held various leadership positions in both the public and private sectors, including chairing the Chicago Transit Board and serving as the chairman of the Chicago Stock Exchange.

In 2009, Valerie Jarrett joined the Obama administration as a senior adviser to the President, where she played a significant role in shaping policy and decision-making. She focused on issues such as economic growth, healthcare, criminal justice reform, and the empowerment of women and girls. Jarrett was known for her close relationship with the Obamas and her influential position within the White House.

After leaving the Obama administration, she continues to be active in public service and serves on various boards and organizations dedicated to social causes. Jarrett is also a published author, sharing her experiences and perspectives on leadership and public service.

President Obama stands ready to work with everyone, because

President Obama stands ready to work with everyone, because that's what the American people expect and deserve - not for the short term political advantages, but the long term health of our country. We don't spend time trying to figure out what's in the minds of Republicans, we try to keep our focus on the American people.

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For those that are working part time, in small businesses, o

For those that are working part time, in small businesses, or who are unemployed and do not currently have health insurance, we want to make sure that you are covered.

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I care so passionately about improving the quality of life f

I care so passionately about improving the quality of life for women and girls, not just here in the United States, but internationally as well. I am a single mom and I raised a daughter who is now a young adult.

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Please be assured that as we move along through the implemen

Please be assured that as we move along through the implementation of health insurance reform, making sure that we find efficiencies within the existing system, is foremost on the President's mind.

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If left unchecked, global change will create violent conflic

If left unchecked, global change will create violent conflict, torrential storms, shrinking coastlines, and irreversible catastrophe.

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Given the daunting challenges that we face, it's important t

Given the daunting challenges that we face, it's important that president elect Obama is prepared to really take power and begin to rule day one.

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We know the threats - from global terrorist networks to the

We know the threats - from global terrorist networks to the spread of deadly weapons. Yet we also know that embedded in this time of danger is the promise of a new day, if we have the courage and commitment to work together.

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We want to make sure that we incentivize the health care sys

We want to make sure that we incentivize the health care system to be designed to provide you the best quality health care possible.

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One of the major goals of health insurance reform is to brin

One of the major goals of health insurance reform is to bring down the cost.

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The Recovery plan will put money in the pockets of the Ameri

The Recovery plan will put money in the pockets of the American worker, create and save millions of new jobs and invest in crucial areas such as health care, education, energy independence and a new infrastructure.

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I just worry a lot. I'm a worrier. Michelle and Barack are r

I just worry a lot. I'm a worrier. Michelle and Barack are really dear to me. I mean, I love them. And I don't want to see them get hurt. Just the nature of politics is hurtful. So every time they are hurt, I get hurt. It's a lot to ask of people, and it's a lot to see your friends go through. It's hard not to get emotional.

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