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“People in red states and blue states can agree that clean air is better than dirty air; therefore we should use clean energy where we can.”

Quote by Van Jones

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Van Jones is a civil rights advocate and political activist, born on September 20, 1968. He is known for his involvement in social and environmental justice movements, particularly in the fight against climate change and racial inequality. more

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