“On a daily basis, I think it's really important to be conscious of gender-based discrimination - which presents in sometimes more, but often less, obvious forms - and do everything possible to defeat that discrimination.”

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.