Quotes by Jack Markell

About Jack Markell:

Jack Allan Markell is an American politician who is the 73rd and current Governor of Delaware. A member of the Democratic Party, Markell was first elected Governor in 2008 and was sworn in on January 20, 2009.
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My own experience, though, as a business executive and as a governor, tells me that businesses are interested in a lot more than a low tax rate when they decide where to locate.

Jack Markell

The number of business leaders who asked me to lower their taxes can be counted on one hand.

Jack Markell

As one of the first employees at a small cellular phone start-up called Nextel, I gained firsthand experience in how a business grows from an idea to a company that, at its peak, employed many thousands.

Jack Markell

As governor, I'm spending my time focused in three areas: creating jobs, reducing the expense of government and schools.

Jack Markell

But I'm a big believer that government does not have a monopoly on good ideas.

Jack Markell

My focus on the budget, though, has played second fiddle to what I believe is even more important - creating jobs.

Jack Markell

So, for me the town hall meetings are really an opportunity to engage in two-way dialogue with people, and they've been very helpful.

Jack Markell

Delaware is the only state east of the Rockies that is allowed under federal law to offer sports betting.

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Author Bio

  • NameJack Markell
  • DescriptionAmerican politician
  • AliasesJack A. Markell
  • BornNovember 26, 1960
  • CountryUnited States Of America
  • ProfessionPolitician