Amanda Gorman is a young American poet and activist who has recently gained widespread recognition for her powerful and inspiring words. Born in 1998 in Los Angeles, California, Gorman has been writing poetry since she was a child, and has always been passionate about using her words to make a difference in the world.
In January 2021, Gorman was invited to recite her poem "The Hill We Climb" at the inauguration of President Joe Biden, becoming the youngest poet ever to perform at a presidential inauguration. Her stirring words, which spoke to the challenges facing America and the hope for a better future, captured the hearts of millions of people around the world, and cemented her status as a rising star in the literary world.
However, Gorman's recent success has not been without controversy. In March 2021, a Florida school made headlines when it restricted access to "The Hill We Climb" following a complaint from a parent who claimed that the poem contained "indirect hate messages". The incident sparked a debate about censorship and the role of literature in education, and brought Gorman's work to the forefront of the national conversation once again. Despite the controversy, Gorman remains a powerful voice for change, and her words continue to inspire and uplift people around the world.
Florida school restricts access to Amanda Gorman's poem after parent complaint
A parent complaint has led to a Florida school restricting access to Amanda Gorman's poem, The Hill We Climb, which she read at President Joe Biden's inauguration. The poem has been moved to the library's middle school section, despite being recommended for younger readers.
Florida school restricts access to Amanda Gorman's poem
A Florida school has restricted access to Amanda Gorman's poem, The Hill We Climb, which she recited at President Joe Biden's inauguration, after a parent complained that it carried indirect 'hate messages'.
Florida school bans Amanda Gorman's poem and other books from elementary students
A Florida elementary school has banned several books, including Amanda Gorman's poem 'The Hills We Climb', from its library following a complaint from a parent.