Van Jones Tackles 'The Messy Truth' About Our Political Divide

The Leonard Lopate Show | Oct 9, 2017

CNN political contributor and host Van Jones joins us to discuss his new book, Beyond the Messy Truth: How We Came Apart, How We Come Together. He analyzes both political parties’ shortcomings and offers viable ways for the nation to move forward on issues that affect everyone, regardless of political ideology.

Van Jones will appear in conversation with Brooke Baldwin at the New York Public Library's Stephen A. Schwarzman Building (476 5th Ave., at W 40th St.) at 7 p.m. on Oct. 10.

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