“Lord of the Flies” was written in response to Donald Trump’s 2019 actions.
Author: AnneMcCrady
“Heat” was written in the midst of record-setting temperatures woldwide, as the Amazon was on fire, in the wake of U.S. mass shooting and as President Trump was firebombing the world economy.
“Facial Recognition” was written in response to our angry national rhetoric and the resulting American angst.
“Testimony” considers Special Prosecutor Robert Mueller’s appearance before Congress.
“Zeitgeist” was written in the midst of disturbing daily news and most people’s dismal responses to it.
“Lost” was written in response to the brutality against children at the U.S. Southern border.
“Fake-d” is a chant about false narratives and those who believe them.
“Moles” offers a metaphor from Nature for President Trump’s political and financial secrets.
“Beaks & Bones” was written in memory of beloved Nature poet Mary Oliver.
“Picture ID Required” draws on the experience of voting
in the 2018 Midterm Election.
Poet With a Press Pass 