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Colors

May 27, 2016
By Justin920 BRONZE, Bronx, New York
Justin920 BRONZE, Bronx, New York
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He's dark and don't talk right

So they label him a criminal

Where do we go

When the help is so minimal


The author's comments:

This piece was inspired by everyday life and an epidemic close to my heart as a child of color. Such a short and simple poem won't change the world we live in; but I hope that it would grab the attention of some.


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SallyW. BRONZE said...
on Jun. 15 2016 at 11:03 am
SallyW. BRONZE, Atlanta, New York
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Favorite Quote:
"There's no point in being an adult if you can't act childish sometimes." - Doctor Who, The 4th Doctor.

Nice. A strong statement in a few simple lines.