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Wishing you a speedy recovery, @SalmanRushdie. Your novels and your commitment to free speech continue to inspire the world. As a @PENamerica member, I am proud to #StandWithSalman today and every day.
Powerful readings of Salman Rushdie's work at today's @PENAmerica @nypl event. With free expression under attack, we must defend the freedom to write. #StandWithSalman
Writers, friends, supporters, and readers gathered today on the steps of @nypl to stand in solidarity with acclaimed author #SalmanRushdie and celebrate his tireless advocacy for freedom of expression.
We #StandWithSalman.
Watch a video of the event: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4O2Y4tyOTN0
