Cory Booker is an American politician, lawyer, and author who currently serves as the junior United States Senator from New Jersey. He was born on April 27, 1969, in Washington D.C. Booker studied at Stanford University and later earned a law degree from Yale Law School. Before entering politics, he served as the Mayor of Newark, New Jersey, from 2006 to 2013, gaining a reputation for his innovative policies and community engagement. Booker is known for his advocacy on issues such as criminal justice reform, affordable housing, and healthcare. He is a prominent voice in the Democratic Party and a sought-after speaker on social justice and civil rights.