Amanda Gorman
Inaugural Poet | Inspiring the Power of Words
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Amanda Gorman is the youngest inaugural poet in U. S.
history, having recited her poem 'The Hill We Climb' at President Biden's 2021 inauguration. Gorman's powerful and uplifting words captivated the nation, and her debut poetry collection 'The Hill We Climb' became an instant #1 New York Times bestseller.
As a graduate of Harvard University and a rising voice for social justice, Gorman's keynotes inspire audiences to use language to drive positive change in the world.
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"The Hill We Climb"
Poet and activist Amanda Gorman recites her poem "The Hill We Climb" at the historic inauguration of Joe Biden and Kamala Harris. Her words call for hope, unity and resilience in a time of division. "While democracy can be periodically delayed, it can never be permanently defeated," she says. "In this truth, in this faith, we trust. For while we have our eyes on the future, history has its eyes on us." (Source: C-SPAN - YouTube)
2 talks, 2021 to 2023
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Amanda Gorman at Cannes Lions 2023
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2 events · 2021 to 2023
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