social commentary
There's a rich history of poetry serving as social commentary, intended to inspire calls to action.
Israeli Soldier
She never murdered a Palestinian child, Woman or elder from this denomination. Yet, too many ignorant so-called humans filed
Patrick M. OhanaPublished 7 months ago in PoetsMothering with Mental Illness
some days I don't know who I am I confuse myself with my bipolar disorder or my manic depression or the frantic breaths in my chest as the world spins
Lolly VieiraPublished 7 months ago in PoetsScammed by Vocal
If there was anything else to be sure of, it was the Vocal Awards 🏆 My Hopes were High, So was my Pride… I campaigned for more money, just to give it a try…
HandsomelouiiThePoet (Lonzo ward)Published 7 months ago in PoetsWant To Be
Thavien's Token: This poem was initially commented on Colleen Millsteed's "If You Had A Choice." Most of us think about being on top of the food chain
Thavien YliasterPublished 7 months ago in PoetsIs…real…light.
I believe there will be a day when Israelites and Palestinians can sit as friends and not worry about whether or not they’re fitting in to society’s molds…
Joe PattersonPublished 7 months ago in PoetsMiss Not Mum
Mum, I shout out loud The laughter though reminds me I'm at school, not home * Thanks for reading!
Paul StewartPublished 7 months ago in PoetsPrayers for Peace
I’m saying a prayer for Israel and Palestine. For the innocent people caught along the battle lines. I’ve never been to those worlds before and I feel for everyone caught up in that world of war.
Joe PattersonPublished 7 months ago in PoetsHunchback of Lament in Algorithmic Abyss
In a future looming near, a spectacle quite askew, A twisted realm where screens dictate, what is false and what is true.
Belladonna BlackwoodPublished 7 months ago in PoetsRising Ember Dawn
rising ember dawn crepuscular rays illuminating morning skies over nature scattered clouds and roses, lillies, echium, tulips
Paul StewartPublished 7 months ago in PoetsIn Defence of Red
Fetishised, villified Aggressively stigmatised Burning fire of destruction Dripping blood of expiration Sign of warning
Paul StewartPublished 7 months ago in PoetsRepentance and respect
Repentance and respect I'm on my way to the rescue brave without hesitance in my eye and soul with my heart Open wild soft and calm inside
Humans
We, who be humans Are blinded by our actions Seen through eyes as villains
Sara CrippsPublished 7 months ago in Poets