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Quote by Valerie Jarrett

“It is outrageous that at this time in our country, women are still not paid as much as men.”

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Valerie Jarrett is an American lawyer and businesswoman born on November 14, 1956. She served as a senior advisor to President Barack Obama during his two terms in office. Jarrett has a diverse career background, including roles in real estate and business. more

“Women spend 30 percent more time doing household chores. No surprise. But women also spend more time volunteering in their community. And if you add up all of the hours of non-leisure time, women are working more than men. So I thought that was very interesting, and I was surprised about the voluntarism piece, but when you think about it, it makes sense.”

Thinking Men Community Hours Interesting Surprise Make Sense Volunteer Very Interesting Chores

Author:Valerie Jarrett

“We have to think creatively about changes that need to be made in the workplace to accommodate the growing demands on the work force.”

Thinking Workplace

Author:Valerie Jarrett

“The world it changing very quickly and we can't wait another 50 years!”

World Waiting

Author:Valerie Jarrett

“The Bush Republicans' policies are, the antithesis of patriotic. And so we urge Democrats to reclaim patriotism - to call on all Americans to pull together. And, yes, to sacrifice. Rich people will have to do with fewer tax cuts. Middle class people will need to drive less and switch to more fuel efficient cars . And poor folks - especially young ones - will have to reduce out-of-wedlock pregnancies and other indicia of social pathology.”