DARE: Amid Harsh Criticism, Trump Tries a Tougher Tone on Russia
Trump continues to stumble and backtrack in response to torrential criticism of his approach toward Putin. Reporters show rare display of solidarity. More
China: Suspension of Feminist Social Media Another Example of “Zero Tolerance”
NEW YORK—The suspension of a feminist group’s social media accounts underscores China’s “zero tolerance” policy for free speech and human rights, said PEN America in a statement today. On February… More
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"Reach out. With respect and care, reach out and tell the living writers who move you that you were there with them on the page and moved." We spoke with poet @GeffreyDavis about words that inspire him, what makes a piece of writing compelling & more: https://bit.ly/3eFkXeq
Music, like books, can connect humanity from a distance. This week, the @penworldvoices Just Press Play series invited novelist @emilyraboteau to curate a playlist of songs that power her through the week: https://bit.ly/3ckR6WT. #penworldvoices