How Valerie Jarrett Became A Household Name Overnight

How Valerie Jarrett Became A Household Name Overnight

By Ashley Holt
April 26, 2019

April 26, 2019

Valerie Jarrett shares her perspective on being a political power player and how that's now changed as she watches from the sidelines.

SHOW TRANSCRIPT

Ashley Holt from "The Day Ahead" sits down with Valerie Jarrett, former senior adviser to President Barack Obama. Jarrett shares her story and talks about how a strong work ethic can get you further than you ever expected.

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