Last Updated: 07 Jul, 2023 | Views: 415
Age: 72
Profession: Author
Other Profession(s): Politician, Activist, Teacher
Famous For: Author Of 14 Books, Including Four New York Times Number-One Bestsellers
Higher Education: Pomona College
Net Worth: $1.5 Million Approx.
About (Profile/Biography):
Marianne Williamson was born in Houston, Texas, on July 8, 1952. She is an American author, spiritual teacher, and political activist. She has written several best-selling books on spirituality and self-help, including "A Return to Love" and "The Law of Divine Compensation." In addition to promoting peace, social justice, and women's rights, Williamson's work emphasizes the power of love and forgiveness. Williamson has also run for political office, including a bid for the 2020 Democratic Party presidential nomination, in addition to writing and speaking engagements. Her unique perspective on spirituality, politics, and social issues continues to inspire and challenge readers.
Marianne Williamson Career:
1983: The first book Marianne Williamson publishes, "A Return to Love," becomes a best-seller and establishes her as a leading voice in self-help and spirituality.
1992: Marianne Williamson founded the non-profit organization The Peace Alliance, which promotes peace and conflict resolution at the local, national, and international levels.
1997: Marianne Williamson offers a vision for transforming America in his book, "The Healing of America," which examines the spiritual roots of American politics.
2010: Marianne Williamson launches Project Angel Food, a non-profit that supplies meals to people in Los Angeles who suffer from serious illnesses.
2014: Marianne Williamson announces her candidacy for the 33rd congressional district of California as an independent. Her campaign for campaign finance reform and income inequality garners her considerable support, though she loses the election.
2019-2020: Marianne Williamson runs for the Democratic Party nomination for President and promotes progressive policies, including free college tuition, universal healthcare, and reparations for slavery. Despite not winning the nomination, she gained a passionate following and contributed to shaping the national conversation.
Marianne Williamson Awards:
1993: Horatio Alger Award
1997: International New Thought Alliance's Torchbearer Award
1998: Temple Hayes Heart and Soul Award
2001: Angel Award from the Los Angeles Commission on Assaults Against Women
2010: GQ magazine's "20 Most Influential Women in Politics."
2011: Women's eNews 21 Leaders for the 21st Century Award
2016: Ellis Island Medal of Honor
Marianne Williamson Unknown Facts:
Marianne Williamson and Winfrey met in the 1980s and have remained close friends ever since. Williamson has even been endorsed on her show by Winfrey.
Marianne Williamson has advocated for HIV/AIDS awareness and research since the 1980s and has supported people living with HIV through organizations such as Project Angel Food.
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