“I think there's a lot of folks who believe that this is a time that Democrats have to fight fire with fire. As a guy who ran a fire department, that's not a really good strategy.”

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.