“If you say no to cruel factory farm practices, only then will the government say yes to change.”

American television and social media journalist and author

Jane Velez-Mitchell is an American television and social media journalist and author known for her work on vegan lifestyles, animal rights, addiction, and social justice. She has written and spoken widely on these subjects, and her career includes hosting on CNN Headline News, now HLN, as well as founding UnchainedTV. Her public work often centers on advocacy and media commentary, especially around animal welfare, recovery, and broader questions of justice. She is also a New York Times bestselling author, and her writing and reporting reflect the same mix of activism and commentary that has defined much of her career.