"Now, I cannot approve anything the council has rejected, but I can reject anything the council has approved"

Jane Alexander's quote suggests that she has the power to choose separately from the council. She is indicating that she has the authority to choose that are not in accordance with the council's choices. This can suggest that she has the power to veto any type of decision made by the council, or that she has the power to make decisions that the council has not yet made. This might be taken an indication of her freedom and also her readiness to stand up for her own ideas as well as worths, even if they are not according to the council's. It could also be taken a sign of her respect for the council and her willingness to consider their decisions, yet inevitably make her very own decisions. This quote might be viewed as an indication of her stamina and also her dedication to choosing that she thinks are right, regardless of what the council has chosen.