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Famous or Infamous?

A poem about the world's growing obsession with gaining followers and online fame.

By Madison NewtonPublished about a year ago 1 min read
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The screens provide the stage,

and we feel our lives turn a page.

With every like, every save,

every friend, follow and wave,

We sink deeper and deeper, it's all the rage.

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About the Creator

Madison Newton

I'm a recent graduate of Stony Brook University with a degree in Environmental Humanities and Filmmaking. I love writing and storytelling, and I love sharing my work so I can continue to improve my written voice.

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  • Beth Sarahabout a year ago

    On point 👏

  • Quincy.Vabout a year ago

    Thought-provoking message about our relationship with technology.

  • Roy Stevensabout a year ago

    Yeah, it's addictive, isn't it? Every 'like' produces an endorphin rush just like sugar.

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