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Amanda Gorman

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2 weeks ago my book The Hill We Climb and 3 others were removed from elementary school shelves @MDCPS Bob Graham Education Center in Florida. But when they go low we go high. I’ve helped purchase 1,200 copies of these challenged books to be given away for FREE today at 6pm.…

June 6th at 6pm show your support for the freedom to read! The Sanctuary for Banned Books @ The Coral Gables Congregational Church is hosting a celebration and book giveaway of 3 of the recently challenged books at the Bob Graham Ed Center, a K-8 school in the MDPS system

BooksandBooks's tweet image. June 6th at 6pm show your support for the freedom to read! 

The Sanctuary for Banned Books @ The Coral Gables Congregational Church is hosting a celebration and book giveaway of 3 of the recently challenged books at the Bob Graham Ed Center, a K-8 school in the MDPS system


Go Crimson ✊🏿

Harvard has set an example for other higher-ed institutions – rejecting an unlawful and ham-handed attempt to stifle academic freedom, while taking concrete steps to make sure all students at Harvard can benefit from an environment of intellectual inquiry, rigorous debate and…



Thank you @kwelkernbc for having me on @MeetThePress to discuss book bans and my latest book, Girls on the Rise. It was great getting to talk to you about the importance of books and poetry in our nation. You can watch the full interview on the NBC YouTube channel at…


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To every politician: The next time you quote my father, let it be in support of voting rights, civil rights, or human rights. Or in support of eradicating racism, poverty, and war. Or in support of reparations, a livable wage, or ending police brutality. #MLKDay #MLK

BerniceKing's tweet image. To every politician:

The next time you quote my father, let it be in support of voting rights, civil rights, or human rights.

Or in support of eradicating racism, poverty, and war. 

Or in support of reparations, a livable wage, or ending police brutality.

#MLKDay #MLK…

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President @JoeBiden, thank you for your lifetime of service, and for believing in the next generation of leadership in our country.

TheDemocrats's tweet image. President @JoeBiden, thank you for your lifetime of service, and for believing in the next generation of leadership in our country.

Four years ago I wrote my inaugural poem The Hill We Climb. Both when I wrote it and performed it, I did so while continuously reflecting on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr and Coretta Scott King’s legacy. I was (and am) blown away by how my words reverberated around the world; if…


As a proud Angeleno, the fires that have devastated our county have been heart-breaking. I am so fortunate that while my own home in the Palisades was at risk and had some damage from the fires, I am safe. So many others cannot say the same, and my heart goes out to all of those…


Girls on the Rise with illustrations by Loveis Wise is finally out! A huge shoutout and thanks to my friends at @penguinkids. This book is a celebration of girls of all kinds, and the power they and their allies possess. Marching boldly into the future, these girls demonstrate…

TheAmandaGorman's tweet image. Girls on the Rise with illustrations by Loveis Wise is finally out! A huge shoutout and thanks to my friends at @penguinkids. This book is a celebration of girls of all kinds, and the power they and their allies possess. Marching boldly into the future, these girls demonstrate…
TheAmandaGorman's tweet image. Girls on the Rise with illustrations by Loveis Wise is finally out! A huge shoutout and thanks to my friends at @penguinkids. This book is a celebration of girls of all kinds, and the power they and their allies possess. Marching boldly into the future, these girls demonstrate…

My new children’s book Girls on the Rise is available for pre-order! 📚💕Now more than ever it’s important to tell stories that empower young girls and their allies to use their voices and be a force of good in the world. The book has gorgeous, color-packed illustrations by the…


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Fellow Ozians! @TheAmandaGorman’s new poem “Do Us Good” inspired by @wickedmovie is out now. Watch and listen! 🫧🧹 #WickedPartner #WickedMovie #DoUsGood


When I learned about the opportunity to write a poem for @wickedmovie, I felt so honored, as well as nervous since it’s such an iconic phenomenon beloved by so many around the world. The musical interrogates the forces of good and evil, and more importantly, how we arrive there,…

TheAmandaGorman's tweet image. When I learned about the opportunity to write a poem for @wickedmovie, I felt so honored, as well as nervous since it’s such an iconic phenomenon beloved by so many around the world. The musical interrogates the forces of good and evil, and more importantly, how we arrive there,…
TheAmandaGorman's tweet image. When I learned about the opportunity to write a poem for @wickedmovie, I felt so honored, as well as nervous since it’s such an iconic phenomenon beloved by so many around the world. The musical interrogates the forces of good and evil, and more importantly, how we arrive there,…

Everyone deserves the chance to fly. ‘Do Us Good’ written by @TheAmandaGorman, inspired by @wickedmovie is out now! 🫧🧹#wickedpartner #wickedmovie #dousgood


Today is the day—Election Day! Americans, have you voted yet? For all questions about voting, including checking your registration status and how to send in a provisional ballot, visit vote.org or vote.gov. Remember that it is your right to vote.…

TheAmandaGorman's tweet image. Today is the day—Election Day! Americans, have you voted yet? 

For all questions about voting, including checking your registration status and how to send in a provisional ballot, visit vote.org or vote.gov. Remember that it is your right to vote.…

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Tomorrow is the LAST day to vote! 🗳️ We decide our future, and now is the time to make our voices heard in this election. Head to WeAll.Vote/plan to make your plan to VOTE!

WhenWeAllVote's tweet image. Tomorrow is the LAST day to vote! 🗳️ We decide our future, and now is the time to make our voices heard in this election.

Head to WeAll.Vote/plan to make your plan to VOTE!

Americans, have you done your civic duty yet? This is a crucial moment for our country. We must continue our efforts to create change for ourselves and those we love, and I hope you will join me in casting your vote in this election! Remember that your vote makes a difference 💛

TheAmandaGorman's tweet image. Americans, have you done your civic duty yet? This is a crucial moment for our country. We must continue our efforts to create change for ourselves and those we love, and I hope you will join me in casting your vote in this election! Remember that your vote makes a difference 💛

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Celebrate #VoteEarlyDay by making a plan to vote early right now! ✔️ Check your voter registration 📍 Find your polling place 🔎 Learn what’s on your ballot 💬 Remind your #VotingSquad to make a plan too 🗳️ Then, GO VOTE EARLY! Get started at WeAll.Vote/plan.

WhenWeAllVote's tweet image. Celebrate #VoteEarlyDay by making a plan to vote early right now!

✔️ Check your voter registration
📍 Find your polling place
🔎 Learn what’s on your ballot
💬 Remind your #VotingSquad to make a plan too
🗳️ Then, GO VOTE EARLY!

Get started at WeAll.Vote/plan.

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Vote Early Day is here! Voting early means you can avoid lines, ease Election Day stress and ensure your voice is heard! Check out Vote.org for all the resources you need. Our tools make it simple and convenient to make your plan and cast your ballot. Your voice,…

votedotorg's tweet image. Vote Early Day is here! Voting early means you can avoid lines, ease Election Day stress and ensure your voice is heard! Check out Vote.org for all the resources you need. Our tools make it simple and convenient to make your plan and cast your ballot. Your voice,…

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7 Days Until Election Day! It’s the final countdown to making your voice heard! With just one week left, now's the time to confirm your voting plans: check your polling location, know what's on your ballot, and make sure you're ready. Every vote counts in shaping our future —…

votedotorg's tweet image. 7 Days Until Election Day! 

It’s the final countdown to making your voice heard! With just one week left, now's the time to confirm your voting plans: check your polling location, know what's on your ballot, and make sure you're ready. Every vote counts in shaping our future —…

I’m so pleased to announce today’s release of the new “For There is Always Light” journal, featuring quotes from my poetry! When I write, I find myself comforted when surrounded by the words of authors who inspire me. I hope this journal will encourage you or the writer in your…


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