Story highlights CJ Pearson was once the darling of the right wing, known for his attacks on President Barack Obama

But now the 13 year old says Bernie Sanders will best address racial issues, poverty and police brutality

(CNN) Two weeks after renouncing the conservative movement, teen Internet phenom CJ Pearson has swung to the opposite side of the political spectrum and is endorsing Bernie Sanders for president.

The 13-year-old, whose past attacks on President Barack Obama have gone viral on YouTube, told CNN that he has come to believe Sanders is the best candidate to address racial issues, police brutality and poverty.

"This election will make a pivotal difference in the future of our nation. If it takes changing your mind to make the right choice as to who should lead our country, I am willing to do it. Screw the optics," Pearson, the former chairman of Teens for Ted Cruz, told CNN.

"People are struggling in America. We need the right man in the White House. And in my opinion, that man is Senator Bernie Sanders."

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