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WILX 10: Inauguration poem inspires poetry community

by | Jan 24, 2021 | News: Poetry Out Loud

From memorable memes, to powerful performances- many people are still talking about yesterday’s historic inauguration.

One of the stand outs is Amanda Gorman.

She’s the country’s first-ever youth Poet Laurate to read at the inauguration.

Lansing’s Poetry Club, Lansing’s poet laureate and Michigan Humanities couldn’t be more proud of her.

They all hope this spotlight on poetry creates interest in the Mid-Michigan community.

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