TheGrio, a media network that highlights African American perspectives and amplifies black culture, reported these discussions.
Jean-Pierre's remarks were featured in an article by theGrio's White House Correspondent, Gerren Keith Gaynor, titled "Karine Jean-Pierre talks having 'swag' and the hardest job in the White House." In her dialogue with Gaynor, Jean-Pierre acknowledged former Chief of Staff Ron Klain's words, stating she holds "the hardest job in this building."
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Further, she shared, "It is not for everyone." As Gaynor noted in his piece, the role of the White House press secretary often involves protecting the President's reputation and defending his decisions when scrutinized by the media and others. Nonetheless, Jean-Pierre affirmed her growing self-assurance in the position, which theGrio describes as her 'swag.'
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The piece lauds Jean-Pierre's work ethic, noting her rigorous preparation for briefings alongside a team of 12 staffers and administration officials to deliver strategic communications to White House reporters and, indirectly, the American public.
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Perhaps most compellingly, Jean-Pierre declared herself a historical figure, stating, "This is a historic administration. I'm a historic figure, and I certainly walk in history every day." She regards her position as White House press secretary as a chance to represent "the black community, the Caribbean community, the LGBTQ community," asserting the significance of executing this responsibility well.
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Turning her attention to the LGBTQ+ community, Jean-Pierre affirmed, "This is a community that we love, and we make it very clear that this is a community that we're going to fight for."
In another exchange, this time with White House correspondent April Ryan, Jean-Pierre emphasized her resolution to succeed. Responding to Ryan's inquiry about her experience in her challenging role, Jean-Pierre stated, "Because I have to. I have to. We are so stereotyped. And I cannot fail. It's not an option."
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She echoed these sentiments at the "Black Women Lead" conference, emphasizing black women's need to hold leadership positions. Jean-Pierre stated, "It is so important for black women to lead. It is so important for us to be in those positions. It's so important for people, other people, to see us in those positions."
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Amid the ongoing challenges and societal shifts, Jean-Pierre asserted that the LGBTQ+ community is facing an outright onslaught. "There's a lot of things happening in this country, a lot of things. It is unprecedented. It is scary," she said. "We are in Pride month where the LGBTQ+ community is under attack, literally."
Recounting personal encounters, Jean-Pierre claimed, "Some people come up to me crying. Some people come up to me and just say thank you. I don't even — some people even say I don't even know what you say at the podium but just seeing you it's just amazing. It's the pride. It's the pride. It's the pride and never thinking we would get here."
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