There's a rich history of poetry serving as social commentary, intended to inspire calls to action.
I'm seeing him, this person right here, wearing an "African" chain - does that mean he needs his biological mane!? The line that draws the circle to "power" and "reality"!?
By 365poetry29 days ago in Poets
LISTEN pay attention to what i have to share i keep being handed problems no one has yet had to bear listen you believe you can afford not to care
By Amber Grace29 days ago in Poets
I know what you're thinking: It's too late, everything eventually stacks up on your plate. Taxes, a stressful job, doctor visits, monthly bills,
By Madison "Maddy" Newton29 days ago in Poets
The Locksmith Rises from the Dead No stone to mark, no bell to chime, he woke beneath the weight of grime, keys still hooked across his chest,
By Marie381Uk 29 days ago in Poets
She Never Cried in Front of Him She never cried in front of him, just smiled and said, “It’s not so bad.” She’d smooth his shirt, refill his cup,
I. Nothing’s lonelier than a lone shot of whiskey in the corner of a crowded bar. II. It sits there discarded,
By Dean Traylor29 days ago in Poets
This is an official evacuation notice. Attention all remaining occupants. The area you are currently in is no longer safe.
By Sound and Spirit29 days ago in Poets
I have something to announce. Let me say it loud and clear. Hatred is obsolete and it has no place around here. I’m not interested in giving the devil a laugh.
By Joe Patterson29 days ago in Poets
This is an official recall announcement. Attention consumers, operators, and long-term users. A widely distributed safety device has been identified as defective.
I WANT TO BE HEARD NO MORE SILENCE, GET OUT THERE SHOUT OUT MY NAME ON THE STREETS, PARKS, CAFES EVERY CHURCH BELL HAS TO ANNOUNCE ME
By Moon Desert29 days ago in Poets
Find all the medication you can, paracetamol, ibuprofen, antibiotics, Alka-Seltzer, ketonal, amitriptyline. Never mix them, but keep experimenting
Public Announcement: How to Make Chicken Noodle Soup Please be advised that the most important ingredient in chicken noodle soup is the broth.
By Nina Domricheva29 days ago in Poets
