From autism to Primetime TV Host: Vittert announces 'Born Lucky'
In new book 'Born Lucky' NewsNation's Leland Vittert reveals how growing up with autism effected his life. He shares how his father rearranged their family's life to develop Leland's skills and help him learn how to adapt to the world around him. Vittert said he wrote the book to give kids diagnosed with autism and their families hope.'I've never told anyone about this, but it's time to say thank you to my dad,' Vittert said.
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