There's a rich history of poetry serving as social commentary, intended to inspire calls to action.
This was supposed to be our year So many big plans and parties planned. Yet things started on a rough note. And went downhill from there.
By Lauren Armstrong5 years ago in Poets
I want to-break free from the silence It’s Sad every time I see the violence Law abiding citizen still label me a tyrant Don’t know who’s with me or against me like I’m stuck on a island
By Tommy Aliante5 years ago in Poets
When my friend wakes it’s as young as he'll ever be waking up on the one-yard line not knowing if he'll score Could be a hero
By MR BRIAN SLUGA5 years ago in Poets
Like hail The tales Like nails To the cross of hate Don't wait Lash out, initiate Reciprocate Push to the brink,
By A Darker Reality5 years ago in Poets
It's ironic the things we keep. The things others hope we will bury deep in an abyss of darkness where
By Kate R5 years ago in Poets
You are running from too many places... I never know where you'll be found And all I can see are the FACES of the OTHERS like you all around...
By Erlinda5 years ago in Poets
The days, they have no wonder, slipping into night. You can hear the thunder clash between the lands that fight. I am a Silent Witness, but silent I can't stay....
MESSAGE I read a message the other day That nobody cared for what I say I’ll never change people anyway No matter how much I plead and pray
By Marty West5 years ago in Poets
I remember when America used to be free You could stroll down the street Without being on CCTV Homeland Security Act An attack
By John Cole5 years ago in Poets
Attention’s Praise Attention attention! Give me your gaze! I am all alone with no job that pays! So I write
By Tobach Nigh5 years ago in Poets
Sleeping on city benches, we see them everyday, in the sweltering heat, and endless pouring rain, In their shame they ask of their working neighbors,
By Godfrey Georges5 years ago in Poets
Just as you all thought the situation was getting better. Restrictions again, just in case you are a super spreader. Only 15 to a wedding ceremony, but 30 to a funeral. Must stick to the rules, or the police will remove you all.
By Warwick Holding 5 years ago in Poets
