Jane Velez-Mitchell
In her new book, iWant: My Journey from Addiction and Overconsumption to
a Simpler, Honest Life, Emmy Award-
winning television journalist Jane Velez-Mitchell discusses her journey through substance abuse, her decision to go vegan and her decision to come out. She says, “Not until I became physically and
emotionally sober could I make good
decisions.” Velez-Mitchell credits financial guru Suze Orman with inspiring her to come out: “I saw her telling her story and
I wanted to be completely open.” As host of HLN’s Issues with Jane Velez-Mitchell, she covers the most important events
of the day. As an animal rights activist and environmentalist she says, “Peace begins within and on your plate!” Going green is not just a political statement for her. She carries a biodegradable bag when shopping and caulks her tub with
environmentally safe material. How’s that for lez credentials? -KD
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