Van Jones - Green Quotes

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A green economy begins to replace some of the clunking and chugging of ugly machines with the wise effort of beautiful, skilled people. That means more jobs.

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To change our laws and culture, the green movement must attract and include the majority of all people, not just the majority of affluent people.

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Most green-collar jobs are middle-skill jobs. That means they require more education that a high-school diploma, but less than a four-year degree.

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The green economy should not just be about reclaiming throw-away stuff. It should be about reclaiming thrown-away communities. It should not just be about recycling things to give them a second life. We should also be gathering up people and giving them a second chance.

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The main piece of technology in the green economy is a caulk gun.

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We want to build a green economy strong enough to lift people out of poverty. We want to create green pathways out of poverty and into great careers for America's children. We want this "green wave" to lift all boats. This country can save the polar bears and poor kids too.

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