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Arthur Sze Appointed U.S. Poet Laureate, Promotes Translated Poetry
9/15/2025
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Story summary
- Arthur Sze, 74, was appointed U.S. poet laureate by the Library of Congress on September 15, 2025.
- A former M.I.T. student, he has published 12 poetry collections.
- Sze aims to promote translated poetry and enhance appreciation for the art form.
- He succeeds Ada Limón amid leadership changes at the Library of Congress.
- Sze prioritizes poetry's humanity and encourages personal interpretation over political messages.
