Jon Corzine
Jon Corzine
Jon Stevens Corzineis an American financial executive and former politician. A Democrat, he was a United States Senator from New Jersey from 2001 to 2006 and was the 54th Governor of New Jersey from 2006 to 2010. He also worked as CEO of Goldman Sachs during the 1990s and was CEO of MF Global from 2010 to 2011. He was charged by the Commodity Futures Trading Commissionin connection with MF's bankruptcy in 2011...
NationalityAmerican
ProfessionPolitician
Date of Birth1 January 1947
CountryUnited States of America
I don't like breaking deals. But an MOU is not a contract. We need to make sure the interests of the public are served as well as what I think is a worthy objective of having the Giants and Jets here.
We were told that the president didn't know about the sale until after it was approved. For many Americans, regardless of party, this lack of disciplined review is unacceptable.
When I saw the campaign ad where Andrea Forrester said, 'Doug never let his family down and he won't let New Jersey down,' all I could think was that Jon did let his family down and he'll probably let New Jersey down, too,
As this administration continues to take shape, I'm proud to name two highly qualified individuals to serve on our team. Both Ronald Chen and Lisa Jackson are unparalleled experts in their fields and will serve New Jersey with honor and integrity.
The reason I want this job is that I have experienced the American promise. ... I want to make sure every child in the state of New Jersey has that,
We have a culture of people who look to government as a way to make money, ... Whoever is the next governor has got to take this on tooth and nail, and I intend to do it.
I'd like to do more. I'd also like to ensure that we have resources available for our kids,
I don't exactly remember the wording, and if they are as reported, then I am apologetic for those words.
Nobody does anything in life by themselves, ... I need your vote.
I believe the burden of taxation ought to be following from the ability to pay,
I believe that you can imagine that that pain sometimes colors how people might speak to issues.
I am trusting him with my wallet. But I believe he's ethical, in the first instance, and he's very good.
I have a very optimistic view of where New Jersey can go, ... My opponent has presented a more negative view than is necessary.
She brings a budget director's experience to our state and I'm pleased that she has decided to help us create a secure financial future for New Jersey.