In recent interviews with various correspondents, White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre has discussed the challenges and importance of her role, highlighting her representation of marginalized communities and the need for diversity in positions of power.
During an interview with theGrio, a media network focused on the African American community, Jean-Pierre acknowledged the difficulty of her position as she often finds herself defending President Biden and his record when faced with tough questions from the press. However, she expressed confidence in her role, stating that her “swag” in the position has grown over time.
TheGrio’s Gerren Keith Gaynor highlighted Jean-Pierre’s extensive preparation for press briefings, collaborating with her team and administration officials to craft effective messaging for White House reporters and the American public.
Emphasizing the historic nature of the current administration, Jean-Pierre described herself as a historic figure and expressed her dedication to representing communities such as the black community, the Caribbean community, and the LGBTQ+ community. She stressed the importance of fulfilling this responsibility effectively.
The White House secretary declared, “This is a historic administration. I’m a historic figure, and I certainly walk in history every day.”
Jean-Pierre further underscored her commitment to the LGBTQ+ community, noting that the administration stands by them and will fight for their rights. She voiced concerns about the attacks faced by the LGBTQ+ community and other marginalized groups, stating that these challenges are unprecedented and alarming.
“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. We just mentioned all the communities that I represent: black, queer, immigrant, and it is tough. It is tough being at the podium and having to talk about these issues that affect everything that I am.”
Karine Jean-Pierre: “I’m a historic figure and I certainly walk in history every day.” pic.twitter.com/dWrlacCZh1
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