Who is Leighton from If He Hollers Let Him Go: A Novel and what is their importance? If_He_Hollers_Let_Him_Go English & Literature Leighton | If He Hollers Let Him Go: A Novel

Leighton is a white co-worker of Alice's in the Los Angeles department of social work. He is highly educated, determinedly liberal, and patronizing to both Alice and to Jones. His presence in Alice's life is a trigger for Jones's angry frustration and jealousy.