“Travis Alexander was a good guy. Was he a saint? No. But he was somebody who was really, really invested in helping other people and making this world a better place. Everything he did, even the car he drove, was a sign of him trying to be a force for good in this world.”

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.