PEN America Cancels Awards Following Writers’ Boycott Over Palestine
28 of the 61 writers nominated withdrew from consideration, including 9 of the 10 nominees for a $75,000 prize.
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28 of the 61 writers nominated withdrew from consideration, including 9 of the 10 nominees for a $75,000 prize.
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