Black

I am the most toxic thing to society that you've ever seen. I am the scariest thing you will ever witness. I am the biggest threat to America as we speak. You still don't know who I am? For I can be a king or queen. For I am a treasure that is not treasured. For my hair hold a heritage of pain. You still don't know who I am? Am I a tank, NO Am I a terrorist, NO I am worse GUESS WHAT I AM! I am black.

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Deb Kelly

Date: 8/16/2021 2:12:00 PM

Wow, Nyasia! So raw with the truth today, and yesterdays. The “content of your character” is visible in your words. Keep writing, please.

Paulette Calasibetta

Date: 3/16/2021 1:05:00 PM

A very poignant piece, indeed! Will look forward to more of your work. Take Care, Paulette

Caren Krutsinger

Date: 3/11/2021 1:02:00 PM

Wow! Very powerful. Keep writing and keep sharing. You certainly have a marvelous gift.