Good morning everyone. Today’s short episode is dedicated to Charles Coe, who passed away suddenly this weekend. His death is a shock to a lot of us. He was a beloved poet, educator, arts advocate, and friend to many many writers and creatives across New England and beyond. Charles helped our group Writers for Democrat Action raise funds for Kamala Harris the fall before last. As part of the event, he read a really thoughtful piece about how he approaches political writing, including two poems of his own that he shared. His words aren’t only a testament to his work, but also helpful in considering our roles as writers in the political sphere. Rest of peace, Charles. We’ll miss you.

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