social commentary

There's a rich history of poetry serving as social commentary, intended to inspire calls to action.

Be fun. Honorable Mention in Instructions for Disappearing Challenge.
Be charming. But not too much. Be smart, but keep it soft. Be the fun time party girl who never spills her drink. Be wanted. Just not inconveniently.
By Millicent Malcolmabout a year ago in Poets
The Submissiveness of Sheep
A woman begs for money outside the large supermarket And the neon opulence provides A blunt counterpoint To the lack of empathy and scarcity of compassion
By Angela Goldsmith Author @Waterstonesabout a year ago in Poets
Hydra
We are hydras, multi-headed monsters, tongues hissing, spitting, writhing, wrangling each to get its way above the others.
By William Alfredabout a year ago in Poets
Things I've Said to the Shower Wall
“My parents didn’t raise a quitter. I did that myself.” “I want someone to ruin my life but like, in a hot way.” “I’m not over her. I just don’t think she deserves to know that.”
By Tess M. Marlowabout a year ago in Poets
Human Mind
Humano is a marioneta of its cerebro. The cerebro loves placer. The quest for placer often leads to culpa and vergüenza.
By Seema Patelabout a year ago in Poets
Book
Just because my cover is weathered and torn And my pages are a little worn Don’t look at me and scorn For I’ve been a thousand places
By Atomic Historianabout a year ago in Poets
40 Famous Pickup Lines for Your Crush That Might Work . AI-Generated.
When it comes to breaking the ice with someone you like, a clever pickup line for crush can be the perfect conversation starter. Whether you're shy or just looking to make them smile, having a few witty, sweet, or even cheesy lines in your pocket can go a long way. In today’s world of digital DMs and spontaneous Instagram replies, the right words can spark something real. That’s why we’ve compiled a list of 40 famous pickup lines to help you charm your crush, one smile at a time!
By Ali Hassanabout a year ago in Poets
Belonging
The grandeur of the pursuit, shattered Broke like the chandelier you fell from. I admire the glittering glass that embedded itself into your skin
By Ruby Redabout a year ago in Poets
crushed garlic. Top Story - July 2025.
Glorious oil stains And the stench of frying onion. I open a window Breathing deep when the air is freed from you. Reminding myself quietly of how far I've come
By Ruby Redabout a year ago in Poets
Don't Dig Own Ditch
East or West, developing or developed, Hindu, Muslim, Christian, it doesn’t matter. The world is alike. Sensationalism thrives,
By Seema Patelabout a year ago in Poets
'I Deserve Better'
The man has a top job, no dearth of salary, responsibilities largely over, all kids settled abroad in well-placed lives.
By Seema Patelabout a year ago in Poets
147 days. Content Warning.
i was hungry once. not how it is now, being three hours since my last meal, but hungry. i mean knelt to unforgiving grounds, prostrating and heaving involuntarily,
By kpabout a year ago in Poets