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“[Donald Trump] has a tremendous opportunity, you know, this week, to come out and say I don't want that.”

Quote by Van Jones

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Van Jones
Van Jones

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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