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“I think that in a country as successful as ours, we still have a long way to go in terms of parity for women, whether it’s equal pay in the workforce or a whole host of other issues.”

Quote by Valerie Jarrett

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Valerie Jarrett

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

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