Name: Cory Booker
Occupation: Mayor of Newark, New Jersey. Senate hopeful for 2014.
Most known for:
-Running into burning buildings to save his constituents: http://www.nytimes.com/2012/04/14/nyregion/mayor-cory-booker-says-he-felt-terror-in-fire-rescue.html?_r=0
-Participating in the SNAP Challenge:
http://www.nj.com/essex/index.ssf/2012/12/cory_booker_begins_challenge_t.html
-Housing and bringing aid to the people of Newark during hurricane Sandy:
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/11/01/cory-booker-neighbors-hurricane-sandy_n_2059971.html
-Being the most perfect potential boyfriend:
http://jezebel.com/5958016/cory-booker-is-a-great-imaginary-boyfriend-but-probably-sucks-in-real-life
I could go one forever guys, I really admire this man. He has shown that an important part of leading his being a helping hand, and an open ear for people to talk to. He takes the time to practice leadership and lead by example. If you have a minute, follow him on the Twitter dot com and witness excellent leadership skills in action every single day. I encourage you all to look him up on the Internet, and see what he has been and will be up to.
Here is a link to my brief presentation that I will be giving on Tuesday, there is an interview he gave on Late Night With Jimmy Fallon that I will be showing a small clip from but feel free to watch the whole thing and fall victim to this man's charm and greatness.
http://prezi.com/qgqhcra_pxyf/?utm_campaign=share&utm_medium=copy&rc=ex0share
Until next time!
-Emma
Hey Emma! I'm so glad you chose to highlight Cory Booker in your presentation. As a native New Jerseyian, I am so proud of the things that Booker has been able to do in my home state. I first realized what a wonderful human Mr. Booker was when he was applauded for his work for animal rights. As a cause that is near and dear to my heart, I was especially grateful that someone in a position of power was willing to take on the issue of animal welfare and make a stand for those who have no voices. I think it is especially hard for people to be aware of the plight of animals, and for a politician it can be risky, as the animal-welfare platforms may not guarantee a lot of votes or supporters the way some other issues will. I admired him for taking that chance anyway! Great job choosing an awesome person!
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