“Broken” is a response to the inhumane conditions in Gaza, which bring poet Anne McCrady to tears.
Category Archive: Peace
The poem “Zero Silence” calls Americans to summon the courage to speak against authoritarianism.
The poem, “Build a Bridge,” emphasizes overcoming divisions through empathy and shared memories, suggesting that listening and understanding can create a bridge of hope between differing perspectives.
“Oh, Shalom” is a peace poem written for Passover 2024, compelled by the anguishing situation in Gaza.
“Say That” by Anne McCrady appeared in the 2019 international anthology Living Peace, commemorating the U.N. International Day of Peace and those living compassionate lives of service.
“Taking a Knee, Taking a Stand” was written in response to the death of George Floyd and the protests that followed.
“An Old Story” is a reflection on the issue of children living in poverty.
“December 31st, 11 PM” reflects on the waning holiday spirit and the coming New Year.
“New Day” considers the global zeitgeist on the morning that 2016 ends and 2017 begins, and how we might feel hopeful.
“The Drop of Honey” offers an allegory for what has preceded the angry divisions between American citizens.
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