Published On: September 18th, 2016|

The Huffington Post – Tanisha Love Ramirez

“Soledad O’Brien had many great mentors throughout her life and career ― now, she wants to pay it forward. The award-winning journalist spoke with The Huffington Post recently about her role as the host of the fifth annual American Graduate Day on Saturday, and her personal investment in the initiative’s mission to spotlight the power of mentorship. “Any single person who has been successful, if you ask them what made you successful, at some point they get to the person who helped them ― the mentor,” she told The Huffington Post. “The same is true of me.” The 49-year-old said she understands first-hand the positive effects a mentor can have on a young person’s life and career.”(more)