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That "N" Word

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That feeling whenever I hear that “N” word

When it is spoken out

It feels like an Ebola laced sword

Ripping its way inwards

I am entangled by this abuse

Like a bird caught within the vines of an un-kept vineyard

Living a non-linear life opposite of Selma

I pray for Good Times like Thelma

But then again the reverend is negligent to the spiritual

But indulged in the revenue  

That “N” word banned us from equality

That “N” word arrived on American shores

With an eternal lease and leash on the African

You continue to use this term

Claimed it as yours

Redefined it with humor

But that “N” word is a mind decaying tumor

The simple tongued master couldn’t pronounce NEGRO

So it was formed as NEGGOR

 That “N” word lol

Something we have learned to love and hate

Something that stains struggle and prosperity on our face

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Myactionspeak says:

Peace.Interesting perspective.

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love_supreme says:

I agree with this poem 100%. Excellent write.

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Jay Beach says:

I agree as well. The word needs to go away. Great read

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Iconbryant says:

-Like a bird caught within the vines of an un-kept vineyard.- That line really let me envision the poem. Great Piece!!!!
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hymnagen says:

^^Agreed.^^ That one line is a helluva visual that really drew me deeper into the read. Nicely crafted work.

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