Cornel West is a philanthropist, political activist, actor, and author. His most notable works are 'Race Matters' published in 1993, and 'Democracy Matters' published in 2004. West has been a public critic on many social issues and matters dealing with race, politics, and democratic socialism.

Currently, West is a third party candidate in the 2024 presidential election. After declaring his run with the People's Party in June 2023, he shortly soon after switched to the Green Party. In October 2023, he announced he was again switching his affiliation, and is running as an independent candidate.

Forbes reporter Zach Everson speaks to Assistant Managing Editor, Ali Jackson-Jolley about his report on presidential candidate Cornel West's finances.

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