Valerie Jarrett on Making White House History
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Episode Valerie Jarrett on Making White House History
Valerie Jarrett, CEO and a member of the board of directors of the Obama Foundation, joins us to discuss how she became the longest-serving advisor to any US President. From law school to local politics to a vital role in the highest office of government, Valerie’s career is exemplary and—as evidenced by the Obama Presidential Center that opened just weeks ago in Chicago—continues to make history.
0:00 - Introduction
2:22 - Obama Presidential Center Opening
5:29 - Growing Up in Iran & Chicago
10:00 - Strong Working Parent Examples
12:38 - Working Mom Guilt
14:40 - "This Must Be Someone Else's Life"
17:21 - Meeting Michelle Robinson & Barack Obama
22:35 - Finding Purpose in Public Service
25:49 - Becoming President Obama’s Senior Advisor
30:50 - What Does a Senior Advisor Do?
35:59 - Fighting For Gender Equity
45:21 - Running For Office
46:34 -Defining Success After The White House
48:50 - Can I Make a Difference?
52:07 - The Obama Foundation Impact
55:50 - Advice for Working in Public Service
57:29 - Would You Rather?
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