Prodigal lips of
loudness
vocalize the scorn of
intolerance
onto minorities' grief & daggers
the stolen territories
with built in disobedience
all based on the same hatred legacy
the same disorder
lavish mouths of
strident strife
constrict & stampede
one's dream demise
and nevermore the clamour
of justice
shall be heard
the feeble voice of hope
subdued in anguish
amen.
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Reviewed by Leigh M
9/20/2004
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I sit outside, cross-legged, and read RC Henry's new book ... first with anguish, then subtle smiles, then wide eyes. They are word paintings, done in dark dripping blobs, and bright splashes of color.
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