This first post of 2026, “Celebrate,” invites us to set aside our concerns to invite our hearts to celebrate the possibilites of a new year.
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The poem, “Combat Fatigue,” responds to the culture of men obsessed by violence and war in a world ruined by it–and the generations impacted.
“Dismantling Instructions” considers the demolition of the White House West Wing as a parallel for the dismantling of U.S. democracy.
This poem celebrates the life and lessons of primatologist, anthropologist, and environmentalist Jane Goodall.
The poem, “Escalation,” considers the worsening future of global warfare and American politics.
The poem “Zero Silence” calls Americans to summon the courage to speak against authoritarianism.
“Relentless” parallels recent storms with global political upheaval as the terrible rhetoric of destruction.
Anne McCrady’s poem, “The Torch,” honors the many athletes competing in the Paris Olympics and the tradition of the Olympic Torch.
“Presidenta” celebrates the election of Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo, a Nobel Prize-winning scientist, as Mexico’s President.
“UnNatural Disasters” offers an apology and conviction for causing Climate Change.
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