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Gov. Bill Ritter
Gov. Bill Ritter
Colorado governor discusses the progress of the Democratic Party fundraising for the convention at the end of the month. (1:24)
Full interview. (12:36)
Bill Ritter was elected governor of Colorado in '06—the first native-born governor of the state in more than 35 years. Since, he's created a "New Energy Economy" and increased financial investments in public colleges and universities. The sixth of 12 children, Ritter was raised on a small farm and, at one time, did missionary work in Zambia, Africa—opening a food distribution and education center. He previously served as Denver's DA and was responsible for creating the first Victims Services Network in the U.S.
Iyanla Vanzant
Iyanla Vanzant
Motivational speaker addresses the rumors that surrounded her and Oprah several years ago and the real reason she stopped appearing on the talk show. (1:22)
Full interview. (12:06)
In her workshops and lectures, Iyanla Vanzant focuses on getting your life together. Having overcome an abusive childhood, teen pregnancy, abusive marriages and welfare, she speaks from personal experience. Vanzant is now a lawyer, ordained minister and motivational speaker with a mission of empowerment. The author of 13 books, including five New York Times best sellers, she's also founder and executive director of Inner Visions International and the Inner Visions Institute for Spiritual Development.