“I just know that I'm innovative. I'm a quick thinker... In Washington, I just want to be a senator who finds a way to drive change and not figure out a way to conform.”

American politician and author, 2010s–2020s A former New Jersey senator and 2020 Democratic presidential candidate, Booker is known for his advocacy on criminal justice reform and his work as a public servant. His writing and speeches blend progressive policy with personal narratives of resilience and hope.