“Jocelyn Benson’s story offers an inspiring perspective on living a purposeful life. She espouses the importance of integrity, decency, and honesty, all values that we need in great supply in order to persevere in turbulent times.” – Hillary Rodham Clinton
“Jocelyn Benson’s The Purposeful Warrior is a testament to the power of standing up for truth and for each other. An inspiring read for anyone looking to make a positive impact.” – Maria Shriver
“Any one item on Jocelyn’s resumé is worth writing a book about, but her combined experiences so eloquently laid out is a master class on badassery.” – John Stamos
“This book shows us not only how to fight against something but, more importantly, how to fight for something. In doing so, Jocelyn Benson models a clear, effective and even joyful way of life. She shares the challenges (and threats) leveled at her and walks us through how she resisted collapse and instead found a path that brought her enough strength and purpose to last a lifetime. I want what she has and this book is helping me get there.”
– Helen Hunt
“Jocelyn Benson is an exceptional, courageous leader—principled and confident about her own views while open to embracing the views of others and empowering them to be leaders, too. In my years working with her, I have always appreciated her honesty, integrity and simple decency, her convictions about protecting everyone’s rights and freedom, her willingness to take risks to secure those rights and her determination to find common ground in our ever more diverse communities. Jocelyn recognizes in others the purposeful warrior spirit, and in this book she encourages us all to fight with skill and resilience for principles and initiatives that matter.” – Paul Tagliabue, Former Commissioner of the NFL (1989-2006)
“Our democracy is strong today because of purposeful warriors like Jocelyn Benson who are willing to stand up to bullies, no matter how powerful, in service of what is true, just, and right. This book helps us all consider our place in that work and commit ourselves to making our country a better, safer, equal place for all.” – Dr. Martin Luther King, III
“The Purposeful Warrior is a beacon of hope and resilience, urging us all to fight for what is right. Jocelyn Benson’s journey of courage and integrity will resonate with readers everywhere.” – Adam Kinzinger, former United States representative
“Jocelyn Benson has written the book we all need right now. Weaving her extraordinary experiences and the stories of other courageous citizens into an inspired call to action, The Purposeful Warrior is a riveting book full of heart and hope that will invigorate every reader.” –Kevin Kwan, New York Times bestselling author of Crazy Rich Asians
“Jocelyn Benson wrote The Purposeful Warrior at the exact time we needed it. Benson highlights the threat of staying silent when the world needs your voice and the importance of finding purpose in rage. She reminds us we are all warriors if we choose to be, but with partners in the struggle, an individual can become a force.” – Leigh McGowan, PoliticsGirl
“Jocelyn Benson turns personal threat into a rallying cry for truth and democracy. A powerful memoir for these pivotal times.” – The Sunday Paper
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