social commentary
There's a rich history of poetry serving as social commentary, intended to inspire calls to action.
- Top Story - January 2024
American Dreams
All the time spent chasing You, I never knew where to go Next. I became as a Golden * Retriever, unable to Attain even basic
Aaron RichmondPublished 4 months ago in Poets ''Whispers of Peace in a World of Noise''
In a world of fights, where noise is loud, People just want calm, a peaceful crowd. Soldiers in shadows, bravery stands tall,
Best Dream Ever
I woke up. it was so dark—I couldn’t see anything… when I woke up, there’s nothing but darkness in the woods. i couldn’t see it.
Meghan LeVaughnPublished 4 months ago in PoetsAnimal Farm rules broken over time
we are all gathered here, gutted to discuss the most important matters only for us, no one else to alleviate the sources of our despair
Mescaline BrissetPublished 4 months ago in PoetsReplay
Oh the goode olde dayse - Some survived by being lazy, Others went all wild and crazy (It was easier that way), But the days of yore were cunning
Vadim KaganPublished 4 months ago in PoetsYour morning coffee
I walk in a world of inequities. Born of a generational rot. The roots run deep and spread invasively. Covering all that resist.
Approval Not Needed
I am at a loss. I cannot stop, I cannot cope I need help - I am stuck in a wet well Going down a slippery slope. No-one's coming...
Rosie J. SargentPublished 4 months ago in PoetsChronicles of Shadows: Weaving Whispers in Life's Tapestry
In the symphony of existence, whispers intertwine, A clandestine dance of narratives, yours and mine. Dave Chappelle, the sage, spun tales untold,
Dysgenic Woes
For better or for worse, abortion and transgenderism are both eugenic, A topic so divisive, with views that are strong, and beliefs that are strategic.
ANTICHRIST SUPERSTARPublished 4 months ago in PoetsTwo Missing Years
Both images were designed using Canva. “Why two?” A couple is better than one. Can you imagine Earth without the Moon?
Patrick M. OhanaPublished 4 months ago in Poets(World Day of War Orphans) Write a story about a child orphaned by war.
I'll be honest. This prompt greatly conflicted me. First of all, I had no idea there was such a day alloted for orphan awareness. Secondly, I had never imagined that, in our world, the number of children that were collaterally damaged by war was so vast. I didn't know whether to be ashamed of my ignorance or angry; because now, with this knowledge, my innocence would be forever lost. My soul would demand that I learn more, pray more, do something, even ever so small.
Shirley BelkPublished 4 months ago in PoetsAffect/Effect
Come 2AM, I'll call to remind you: No one is an empty sea. No one loves no one, and no one is loved. // I affect the world and the world effects me.