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368 | Elizabeth Alexander on Why Democracy Needs Imagination
Publication: Sean Carroll's Mindscape: Science, Society, Philosophy, Culture, Arts, and Ideas
Author: Not available in collected metadata
Source published: 21/09/2026, 10:51:00 UTC
Briefing created: 21/09/2026, 11:40:48 UTC
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Briefings
Elizabeth Alexander, a poet and Mellon Foundation president, discusses her new book 'Signals Across Vast Distances' in a 2026 podcast. She argues that humanities disciplines are essential for fostering empathy and democratic flourishing. Alexander received a Guggenheim Fellowship and has authored works for Obama's 2009 inauguration. The podcast transcript is available via a provided link.
Key points
- Elizabeth Alexander is the President of the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation and received a Guggenheim Fellowship.
- Her new book 'Signals Across Vast Distances' explores how literature builds empathy for democratic society.
Context and limitations
This briefing covers a single podcast episode from September 2026. It does not include the full transcript, audio file, or any other evidence beyond the blog post link provided.
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