As a state we are so uniquely positioned in so many ways. Our geography, our placement in the country, and our history positions us to be the state that propels energy efficiency as an industry.
- Jennifer Granholm Quote

California has a beautiful coastline. It can be a rough coastline. The waves are huge. The rocks are steep. Same thing in Vancouver. It has a beautiful coastline. It's dramatic.
- Jennifer Granholm Quote

California is beautiful to look at, but you can't be a part of it like you can in Michigan.
- Jennifer Granholm Quote

From a reality perspective, I'm sure part of that is true, but this is the largest blackout in U.S. history. If that is not a signal that we have got a problem that needs to be fixed, I don't know what is.
- Jennifer Granholm Quote

I am so proud of Michigan's citizens for the kindness and generosity they have shown in assisting in this endeavor. It is truly heartwarming to see the compassion shown for those in need.
- Jennifer Granholm Quote

I have not made any suggestions about climate change. This is more about blending or shifting the conversation about the environment versus the economy. It's just such an old, outdated conversation.
- Jennifer Granholm Quote

I've, we have in this state, like many other states, we're experiencing an enormous budget deficit that we're trying to grapple with. But we will have progress despite the deficits.
- Jennifer Granholm Quote

If the person at the wheel refuses to ask for directions, it is time for a new driver.
- Jennifer Granholm Quote

If you are tired of partisanship over patriotism, you need to vote for a change in direction.
- Jennifer Granholm Quote

Obviously we want to keep the jobs we've got.
- Jennifer Granholm Quote

So we just hope that all of these governors who are grappling will be able to provide the basic services to our citizens and not have to cut things that really are painful.
- Jennifer Granholm Quote

The civil unrest of recent days must come to an end, and the healing process must begin for the future of the community. We will provide assistance both in ending the violence and enabling the healing process in Benton Harbor.
- Jennifer Granholm Quote

The Clinton administration brought 65 cases from 1995 to 2000 before the World Trade Organization. The Bush administration has brought twelve. Twelve cases. They haven't even been able to stand up for our jobs.
- Jennifer Granholm Quote

There is a gentleness in Michigan that you just can't replicate.
- Jennifer Granholm Quote

There is no reason why, with the huge potential for market out there in the world for fuel-efficient vehicles, we can't be the cutting edge for change.
- Jennifer Granholm Quote

To compete in a global economy, our students must continue their education beyond high school. To make this expectation a reality, we must give students the tools they need to succeed, including the opportunity to take a college entrance exam.
- Jennifer Granholm Quote

We aren't leveraging this great economic engine, the strongest economy in the world. And yet we have this totally weak response. We import $500 billion a year more in products than we export.
- Jennifer Granholm Quote

We have gasoline at $2 a gallon. If that doesn't drive demand, I don't know what will.
- Jennifer Granholm Quote

We need, first of all, for there to be accountability, for there to be somebody who is responsible for enforcing standards and holding people's feet to the fire.
- Jennifer Granholm Quote

We're on the cusp, on the brink, of enormous change in this country.
- Jennifer Granholm Quote

We've got this proposal which has been languishing in the legislature, the Water Legacy Act, which is derived from a Republican task force on protecting the Great Lakes. Yet nothing has been done on it.
- Jennifer Granholm Quote

When you get to the extremes there is, sometimes, just the need where you have to stand up.
- Jennifer Granholm Quote

With Michigan's economic future on the line, we can't afford to have our 500 local school districts marching in different directions. Instead, we need a high standards, mandatory curriculum to get all our students on the road to higher education and a good paying job.
- Jennifer Granholm Quote