Hillel Italie April 28, 2021 - 1:42 PM
NEW YORK - The Poetry Foundation has chosen Michelle T. Boone as its new president, the first time a woman and a person of colour will be leading the wealthy, Chicago-based institution that oversees the century-old Poetry magazine, organizes workshops and other programs, and distributes millions of dollars in awards and grants.
Boone, 59, has extensive experience in government and foundation work. Her previous jobs include commissioner of the Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events, and senior program officer at the Joyce Foundation. She is a board member for several Chicago cultural organizations.
âThis is an incredible opportunity,â Boone told The Associated Press on Wednesday, adding that the Poetry Foundation seemed like a ânatural progression for her.
A reputable Chicago-based magazine published a piece by a sex offender
Kirk Nesset was jailed for possessing, receiving, and distributing child porn
He had a collection of more than 500,000 child porn images and movies
Issue was focused on the work of currently and formerly incarcerated people
Editors defended the decision and said they weren t aware of Nesset s crimes