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.
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The poem “Zero Silence” calls Americans to summon the courage to speak against authoritarianism.
“Brave Heart” was written to honor the life and protest the murder of Russian dissident Aleksei Navalny,
Questions Everywhere, criminals disguised as politicians play charades of leaders but allow no one to guess the answer. […]
“Dreaming in Mariupol” imagines the dream of a Ukrainian trapped in the rubble of the city.
“Siege” was written during the icy days of Putin’s Russian military invasion of Ukraine.
“Moles” offers a metaphor from Nature for President Trump’s political and financial secrets.
“Summit” was written in response to recent meetings between President Trump and international leaders.
“Back Channel” considers the affinity between Presidents Trump and Putin.
“All Grown Up” considers how world leaders act like school yard bullies.
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