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Amanda Gorman reads 'The Miracle of Morning'

Amanda Gorman wrote her poem 'The Miracle of Morning' in the light of the Covid-19 pandemic in spring 2020. Listen to her recite it in this video.

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ANDRESCV.39's picture ANDRESCV.39 replied on Colombia

I don't normally write poems but I consider it a beautiful way of expressing my feelings.