“When you’re asking what is the role of a poet in a society, in a culture, in a country, in a community, it is to respond in a way that only poetry can.” ~ Jane Hirshfield
Which brings me to one of my favorite poets, June Jordan. Her poems have inspired me to write plays, to be active in politics. This poem reminds us, all of us, that we are not beholden to our politicians, but quite the opposite.
Calling on All Silent Minorities, by June Jordan
HEY
C’MON
COME OUT
WHEREVER YOU ARE
WE NEED TO HAVE THIS MEETING
AT THIS TREE
AIN’ EVEN BEEN
PLANTED
YET