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Who is Amanda Gorman?

Perhaps, like me, you were awestruck during the inauguration on January 20. Not just by the glass-ceiling shattering of Kamala Harris, the transfer of power and workings of democracy, the pomp and circumstance, the (mostly) excellent fashion, but primarily by the words of the young poet, Amanda Gorman.  Or, perhaps, you saw her during the opening of Super Bowl LV on February 7, a strikingly different, yet powerful, opening to the sporting event.  However you've come across her, perhaps you want to know more about who she is – her amazing story and her brilliant artistry. A self-proclaimed “Wordsmith. Change-maker,”
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Inauguration Day

Today, January 20, 2021, Joe Biden becomes the 46th President of the United States of America. President-Elect Biden arrives at the Capitol at 11:00 a.m. EST, with various ceremonies following, with the official Oath of Office at 12:00 p.m. EST.  The inauguration can be seen on any major news source and is streaming live on many sites online. Below, find some resources, activities, and articles for families and children to learn more and take part in the day's events. Our White House: an Inaugural Celebration for Young Americans – for the first time, an inaugural celebration for kids, featuring Keke
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