2020 is coming to an end. Let’s make 2021 the year to defend free expression

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Dear Friend,

“Use the difficulty; make it your own.”

A beloved college mentor used to repeat this, like a mantra, and though the idea is simple, it took me some time to understand just how useful difficulty could be. She was right: Our toughest moments, our most challenging times, shape our power.

This year has been such a crucible. It’s made us committed to shape a better world. Your support has made that possible. And I’m asking you one more time this year to support PEN America. ([link removed][UNIQID])
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Why? As PEN America’s newly-named president, I’ve watched our organization come up against challenge after challenge, only to emerge with new resolve. That is thanks to you.

When protesters were getting attacked in the streets, PEN America rallied for reform. When writers struggled, PEN America’s supporters raised money to support them. When disinformation threatened to derail democracy, PEN America deployed writers and experts to defend truth and shield the public from poisonous lies. You made all of this possible.

So, as you settle down for a muted celebration of the new year, please give what you can. Support the freedom to write and help us transform the trials of 2020 into the victories of 2021. ([link removed][UNIQID])

All the best,
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Ayad Akhtar
President, PEN America

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