Audre Lorde
Audre Lorde was an influential American poet, essayist, and civil rights activist known for her powerful writings on race, gender, and sexuality. Her work emphasizes the importance of social justice and the role of poetry as a means of personal and communal empowerment. Lorde's famous quote, 'Poetry is not a luxury; it is a vital necessity of our existence,' encapsulates her belief in the transformative power of art.
Born on Feb 18, 1934 (91 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brazil | 1 | 9.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 211,049,527 | 112,082 | $1,500,000 | 797$ |
| Iraq | 1 | 8.00 | 0.18% | +0% | 40,222,493 | 73,265 | $170,000 | 310$ |
| Totals | 2 | 251,272,020 | 185,347 | $1,670,000 | 1,107$ |
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Brazil:
Audre Lorde highlighted the disconnection women have between erotic demand and vital areas of their lives.
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Iraq:
Audre Lorde is quoted on the significance of poetry as a true path to knowledge.
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