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"You couldn't create a better advocate for the green-collar movement than Van Jones."

- Bryan Walsh, Time Magazine

"Van Jones is a rare bird. He’s a black social activist in Oakland, Calif., and as green an environmentalist as they come...I would not underestimate him. Mr. Jones, age 39 and a Yale Law School grad, exudes enough energy to light a few buildings on his own."

- Thomas L. Friedman, New York Times

"More than any other single figure, [Van Jones] has ushered the phrase 'green-collar jobs' into the political lexicon -- and economic reality."

- Linda Baker, FastCompany.com

"San Francisco is one of the greenest cities in the country today...One of our most visionary partners in protecting the environment is Van Jones."

- San Francisco Mayor Gavin Newsom

"Van Jones' work has made him one of the leading voices on green jobs, a voice that echoes in the halls of congress and from the mouths of presidential hopefuls."

- Jerome Ringo, President of the Apollo Alliance

"When I think of Ella Baker and what she stood for, Van carries on that work, and I think that's vital. We envision ourselves through the women and men that set a certain standard. Van sets a certain standard."

- Danny Glover, actor and activist

"From the time I hired Van Jones as a young Yale law student in the early 1990's, I have been deeply impressed with his intellect and heart. He is deeply committed to making the world a better place and is able to inspire others to join him on his quest."

- Eva Paterson, President, Equal Justice Society

"Van Jones is one of the most powerful and inspiring prophetic voices of our time. He is a force for unity in a time of crippling division with a message for people of all races and ages seeking a source of hope in these troubled times."

- Dr. David C. Korten, co-founder and board chair of YES! magazine.

"I have known Van since the Ella Baker Center for Human Rights was a gleam in his eye. He has devoted the past ten years to manifesting a vision of racial justice and human rights by building a strong, fighting organization; leading community based campaigns that challenge power and win; and forging unlikely alliances to tackle knotty problems in innovative ways. Van's energy and enthusiasm for social justice work are legendary."

- Linda Burnham, Executive Director, Women of Color Resource Center

"Van Jones has an original and fearless mind and heart; he will make you cry, laugh and think. You will leave his presence inspired, smarter, in love with humanity and ready to engage deeper with your life."

- Jodie Evans, Founder of CodePink Women for Peace

"Van Jones presents a profound commitment to improving our human condition, together with an uncommon awareness & maturity & giftedness in both the personal and socio-political dimensions. Altogether, Van Jones is an inspiring, motivating and compelling presence!"

- John Vasconcellos, California State Senator (Retired)

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	Home • buzz about van Buzz About Van "You couldn't create a better advocate for the green-collar movement than Van Jones." - Bryan Walsh, Time Magazine "Van Jones is a rare bird. He’s a black social activist in Oakland, Calif., and as green an environmentalist as they come...I would not underestimate him. Mr. Jones, age 39 and a Yale Law School grad, exudes enough energy to light a few buildings on his own." - Thomas L. Friedman, New York Times "More than any other single figure, [Van Jones] has ushered the phrase 'green-collar jobs' into the political lexicon -- and economic reality." - Linda Baker, FastCompany.com "San Francisco is one of the greenest cities in the country today...One of our most visionary partners in protecting the environment is Van Jones." - San Francisco Mayor Gavin Newsom "Van Jones' work has made him one of the leading voices on green jobs, a voice that echoes in the halls of congress and from the mouths of presidential hopefuls." - Jerome Ringo, President of the Apollo Alliance "When I think of Ella Baker and what she stood for, Van carries on that work, and I think that's vital. We envision ourselves through the women and men that set a certain standard. Van sets a certain standard." - Danny Glover, actor and activist "From the time I hired Van Jones as a young Yale law student in the early 1990's, I have been deeply impressed with his intellect and heart. He is deeply committed to making the world a better place and is able to inspire others to join him on his quest." - Eva Paterson, President, Equal Justice Society "Van Jones is one of the most powerful and inspiring prophetic voices of our time. He is a force for unity in a time of crippling division with a message for people of all races and ages seeking a source of hope in these troubled times." - Dr. David C. Korten, co-founder and board chair of YES! magazine. "I have known Van since the Ella Baker Center for Human Rights was a gleam in his eye. He has devoted the past ten years to manifesting a vision of racial justice and human rights by building a strong, fighting organization; leading community based campaigns that challenge power and win; and forging unlikely alliances to tackle knotty problems in innovative ways. Van's energy and enthusiasm for social justice work are legendary." - Linda Burnham, Executive Director, Women of Color Resource Center "Van Jones has an original and fearless mind and heart; he will make you cry, laugh and think. You will leave his presence inspired, smarter, in love with humanity and ready to engage deeper with your life." - Jodie Evans, Founder of CodePink Women for Peace "Van Jones presents a profound commitment to improving our human condition, together with an uncommon awareness & maturity & giftedness in both the personal and socio-political dimensions. Altogether, Van Jones is an inspiring, motivating and compelling presence!" - John Vasconcellos, California State Senator (Retired) buzz about van buzz about the green collar economy home • contact • green for all