Q&A: poet Amanda Gorman talks UN poem, fame, future presidency


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When Amanda Gorman was invited to read a newly developed poem at the UN General Assembly, the young sensation took a deep look at how several societal issues - such as hunger and poverty - have impacted Earth’s preservation.

Just like her stirring inauguration poem last year, Gorman felt compelled to express the impact of unity through her poetic words on the opening day of the 77th session on Monday in New York. The 24-year-old poet created An Ode We Owe in hopes of bringing all nations together to tackle various issues of disparity along with preserving the planet.

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