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A couple of Ukrainian writers blackmailed a writers’ conference in the US. There was a Russian session planned at the conference and two Ukrainians said they won’t participate. PEN caved and cancelled the “Russian” session with Russian-born anti-war writers.
09:29 AM - May 17, 2023
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PEN used to stand for freedom of expression and cooperation. Thomas Mann was an active member and never boycotted during WW2 (except in his native Germany).

Masha Gessen, the Vice President of PEN board of directors resigned in protest.
09:31 AM - May 17, 2023
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