Posted on 06/29/2020 2:37:55 PM PDT by CheshireTheCat
I dont like Van Joness politics, but I respect him for crossing the line when needed and saying the things that everyone needs to hear.
The left first went after him when he dared to say that blacks need to worry more about the white liberal Hillary Clinton supporter.
Now theyre attacking for having the nerve to work with President Donald Trumps administration on police reform...but alas, the left has slammed Jones for his actions. Several associates said he is motivated as much by personal advancement, fame and access to power and money as by altruism.
Others claim Jones is only doing this because he did not achieve fame and fortune when he served as President Barack Obamas green advisor. He has found that recognition within the Trump administration...
(Excerpt) Read more at legalinsurrection.com ...
I agree with the OP.
But I still think Van is a douche nozzle.
I think Van has a good working relationship with Jared and Ivanka. And I admire his willingness to give kudos to Trump when possible.
No one is safe..except Byrd and that Yale dude
I’m not crazy about it from the other side.
When his friend/wife/partner got up, leaving him alone at the bar, I walked over and told him that, though we disagreed on most issues, I commended him for his (then) recent comments regarding Trump.
It was a pleasant conversation and stressed the importance and the need to work together on specific issues.
Not surprising, it was never about reform.
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