This year’s MacArthur ‘geniuses’ include a musician, painter and economist all confronting history
The MacArthur Foundation has announced its latest class of "genius" grant recipients. This year's honorees include a diverse group of professionals, such as a musician, a painter, and an economist, all recognized for their work in confronting history.
The MacArthur Foundation announced the 20 members of its 2026 fellowship class on Tuesday.
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