humanism

Divided into three sections hinged together by a through-line of humanism, Elizabeth Alexander reminds the reader that Jordan “was a prolific poet whose lyrical voice linked political struggle with an ethic of love.”

The United States’ unique brand of humanism, with its emphasis on the individual and risk-taking, has shaped a form of free-market capitalism that continues to drive progress.

Playwrights and directors have a duty to guide audiences through the brave new technological world that is overturning many of the bedrock assumptions of humanism since the Renaissance.

It’s the “humanism” part that they stand against.

“Not to the surreal or even unique individualism in your art, but to your humanism.”