Why Amanda Gorman Turned Down Millions In Endorsements 04/08/21 AT 3:45 PM Amanda Gorman, the poet who made waves at the Presidential Inauguration, turned down a heavy sum of money of an estimated $17 million in endorsement deals for a good reason. It's no surprise Gorman has been in high demand ever since she read her poem "The Hill We Climb" at Biden's Inauguration and brands want to cash in on that. She's appeared at the Super Bowl, on talk shows and even magazine covers, including the May issue of Vogue. The poet is being cautious when it comes to booking endorsement deals. These deals need to align with her values and beliefs.