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I don't put myself above anyone, and I have as many shortcomings as any non-believer. I just choose to turn to a higher power to help me gain wisdom and, I hope, improve over time.

Van Jones

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Van Jones
Age: 56
Born: 1968
Born: September 20
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No one is above the law, and no one is beneath the law.
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We want to make sure people know deeply about the trans community and deeply about Black Lives Matter so that people can act in solidarity.
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