Description: (CNN News and Political Commentator Best Known for His New York Times Bestselling Book 'The Green Collar Economy')
Van Jones is a prominent American political analyst, media personality, lawyer, and civil rights advocate. He is a three-time New York Times bestselling author, CNN host, and Emmy Award winner. Jones served as President Barack Obama's Special Advisor for Green Jobs and was a distinguished visiting fellow at Princeton University. He is the founder of non-profit organizations such as the Ella Baker Center for Human Rights, Color of Change, and the Dream Corps. He has hosted several CNN shows, authored books, and co-founded Magic Labs Media LLC. Jones was formerly the CEO of the REFORM Alliance and has been a key advisor to musician Prince.