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Cory Booker is a U. S.

Known for: United: Capturing the Power of Connection in a Divided World

Books by Cory Booker

United: Capturing the Power of Connection in a Divided World

United: Capturing the Power of Connection in a Divided World

biographies·10 min read

In 'United', U.S. Senator Cory Booker shares his personal journey from his early life in New Jersey to his career in public service, exploring how community, compassion, and shared humanity can bridge divisions in society. Through stories of struggle, hope, and resilience, Booker reflects on the power of unity and civic engagement to create meaningful change.

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Roots of Justice: Lessons from My Family

My earliest lessons on justice were not learned in classrooms but in the living room of our small home, listening to my parents relive their struggles against racism. My father, who rose from poverty in North Carolina to become one of IBM’s first Black executives, and my mother, who shared his unsha...

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Growing Up and Finding Purpose

Harrington Park was a world apart from where my parents had started. We were one of the few Black families in town, and I often felt the sting of subtle prejudice—teachers who doubted my abilities, neighbors who made assumptions. Yet those same years planted in me a hunger to serve, to prove that co...

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About Cory Booker

Cory Booker is a U.S. Senator from New Jersey and former mayor of Newark. Known for his advocacy on social justice, criminal justice reform, and community empowerment, Booker has been a prominent voice in American politics, emphasizing compassion and collective action.

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