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Poet, Activist Ernesto Cardenal Explores Cosmos, Humanity...

Clip: 08/30/2011 | 6m 39s

Ernesto Cardenal, one of Latin America's most-renowned, but also controversial, poets and political activists, has shifted his recent work to reflect on humanity's connection to nature and relationship to the universe. Ray Suarez speaks with the poet about his life and writing.

Aired: 08/30/11

Rating: NR

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