Richard Rodriguez
An award–winning, thought provoking writer, hailed by The Washington Post as “one of the most eloquent and probing public intellectuals in America”.
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Kate Clinton
Award-winning political humorist, feminist, and crusader for LGBTQ rights, Clinton has been called “a savvy, witty observer of American life”, and uses humor as a tool for social change.
Daisy Hernández
Daisy’s work is at the intersection of culture, identity, social justice and media representation. Winner of the Pen Book Award for The Kissing Bug which turns a critical eye to a devastating infection, Chagas disease, affecting predominantly impoverished and marginalized communities.
Rinku Sen
Rinku brings an innovative approach to complex social and racial justice issues. She is a passionate advocate for diversity and inclusion, known for her transformative work promoting equity across marginalized groups.