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Premium Member Mr Ice-T & Me Disagree

"I don't put too much into The Constitution. Ya gotta remember that this document was put 
together by a bunch of guys who thought selling (N word's) was OK, so apparently all of these guys were insane." - Ice-T

Mr Ice-T apparently
hasn't done his American History.
The Constitution had to be
voted and agreed upon by all the states unanimously.
All but two wanted to abolish slavery.
North Carolina always voted against the abolishing of slavery
and South Carolina always yielded its vote to North Carolina repeatedly.
The Constitution of The United States almost never came to be
because of the issue of slavery.
Adams was at his wits end.
His dream of a true democracy was falling apart before him.
He was then counseled by Benjamin Franklyn.
Both spent sleepless nights
trying to get the wording just right
so that they still just might
ratify this great Constitution.
Adams conceded and convinced all the states to keep slavery alive.
The Constitution was then signed by all and ratified.
Adams didn't sell out. A free nation for all in the future he still did see,
He and Ben Franklyn spent sleepless nights wording the Constitution so carefully.
All Born In America Are American Citizens, Naturally,
And Are Entitled To All Of The Privileges And Rights Of A True Democracy.
The Constitution didn't make exception to they born in slavery
so in truth, these children of slaves born in America were entitled to be free,
and hence began the abolishing of all slavery.
Our Fore Fathers were geniuses, guided spiritually if you ask me,
so you best give another review of your American History Mr Ice-T.
Form: Rhyme


Premium Member We Ain'T Forgotton

“WE AIN’T FORGOTTEN…”

You cried a smile
shadowing anger
beneath a canopy 
of love

Your necks filled nooses
tied with Christian knots
that never failed

Your wombs challenged
the holding holes
of sanctified graveyards

You kneaded gospels
from the dough of pain
and fed starving souls:

You moaned songs
with groans echoing
echoes from the depths
of suffering spirits—

Suffering spirits
whose fortified bent backs
gave rise to a flourishing nation

The fruits of your labors
have now ripened:
dropping pregnant seeds
germinating liberty

upon justice…?

today
the rain fell
steadily;
her tears
reminiscent
of waters
drowning justice
struggling
to survive
tidal waves
of deception—
seeking to douse
the flame of hope
held high
in hand—
an elusive lady
struggling
to stand
her anchored
mooring

Dear Shari Todd Written July 29 2015 Hello 2u

wing my loss) if grim reaper 
     came for das scribe as skew
ward poem attempted to infer, now 
circling back to your queue
ped ditty linkedin with aforementioned 
     poppycock poo poo
merely a hypothetical premise aye drew
     if my unexpected demise took place
 
     husbanding half a motley crue
(ideally such unexpected tragedy
     ideally tubby quick and painless) 
     without war ning, via internal bombardier 
     in tandem with luft waffe.
Sorry for rather somber tone - 
     but this psychological state
      of yo dough less bro

     affected by his reading, 
     autobiography coup (now, no idea titled tract) 
d’état of Abraham Lincoln - 
     the author drew
my rapt attention (american history 
     strong interest) – whereby
     past, present n near fee var few
chore wrenched with both 

     prized progeny persevering 
     (as they should) a path to hew
of their own making, 
     which steps toward emancipation
     (worthy proclamation) for gentile or Jew,
these kindred (chromosomal byproducts        
     from countless chanced 
     genetic dice throws)
 
     perhaps n uncle or aunt a bit loo
knee, perchance dna housed new
bile queen of the nile, 
     where (August) Caesar 
     didst hotly pursue
anyway....yes, lives of 
     deux darling daughters
     un wii ting lee triggered flashback,

     when self worth equaled zero  
     tricked, replayed, and generated 
     mine horror silent film 
     to rewind at nadir total fall out,
     when anorexia nervosa did stew

underscore ring (four decades plus…) true
     value of this moment colliding
     with elapsing squandered 
     youth in rear view
mirror, unseen only 
     by ma doppelganger, 
     I now close with whew!

Premium Member Innovation Invigorates Inspiration: Tribute To Michael Jackson

My main man Michael
Where you’re is where you’re, J
Keep shining like stars

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© Joseph S. Spence, Sr., (Epulaeryu Master) 6/28/09
All Rights Reserved, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA
Senior Advisor, to Founder of Motivational Strips
Ambassador De Literature
Noble Star of Literature 2018
Living Legend of the 21st Century
Pentasiv B World Friendship Poetry Featured Poet 2019© Joseph Spence, Sr., 
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Joseph S. Spence, Sr., is the author of "The Awakened One Poetics" (2009), which is 
published in seven different languages. He invented the Epulaeryu poetry form, which 
focuses on succulent cuisines and drinks. He is published in various forums, including the 
World Haiku Association; Poetinis Druskininku, Milwaukee Area College, Phoenix Magazine; 
Möbius Poetry, and Taj Mahal Review to name a few. Joseph is a Goodwill Ambassador for 
the state of Arkansas, USA, a college faculty, and a military veteran.

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Form: Senryu

The Chosen

How long, would you hide
Aren't you tired of the roller coaster ride
Put aside your pride and return to ' YAH ' side
Don't be sadden, don't be afraid
Stop digging your brother's grave
Be strong, turn from wrong
Just listen, live and obey
Four hundred years of sin and backslide
Chained, caned, blamed and shamed
'YAH' knows we were frame
But we were told to love and refrain
'YAH', said in the end we will gain
Our existence was not in vain
So do not hide nor collide
Stand firm put up a fight
Learn to be brave and unite
Four hundred years of secret and lies
Buried and conceal to keep us in the dark
Open your eyes, be brave
Stop digging your own grave
Research, search and learn to go to church
Four hundred years of concealing the truth
And killing our youths will soon end
Lets not pretend
That you had nothing to do with planning our end
I don't mean to offend
But you know you were never our friend
After all you where the ones who staged our end.


Tears On Mother Liberty

Tears on Mother Liberty

Plutocracy the society they created through the Trump towers, now they regret it Like Iraq having no democracy.

Theocracy seems Like the answer for now, for evil has ruined what was once a great nation, Living all hopeless and faithless.
God bless America!

Down your tools, raise your fists and continue the dream of Martin Luther King bring shame to the fiend debilitating our society.

No more shooting, instead put the blame on Putin and realize BLACKLIVESMATTER.
We can't kill each other or else the assassination of John. F. Kennedy is not an abomination, recreation these kids seizing on opiates therefore we need purple rain through the Prince of peace.

The circus in the White House like  Clinton, soldier on like Hilary and let the heart of Obama infect us all with Love for one another whether you black, white, Latino or whatever we are America!

Dirty Black Love

Dirty Black Love
Written By:  D. Collins 2/19/15

Dirty black love is all that Obama gets.
A regression to oppression from all his hypocrites.
Just know dirty black love will never get to me.
Because, I'm a child of God, no matter what they may see.

I am the man my God intended me to be.
Showing love to those who have hate for me.
What we do in return cannot be discussed.
Just know that dirty black love really bothers us.

What I see on Fox 5, makes me take a second breath.
Knowing how many show signs of being Confederates.
Dirty black love is how it has always been.
But, that doesn't mean we have to bow down to them.
Form: Sonnet

Premium Member Dr Martin Luther King

Dreams do not die with the dreamer
Resisting nonviolently is a powerful weapon

Mission minded people must stay focused
Armies make wars, but people like King make peace
Regressing grievances is very constitutional
Teach the children true American history
Instill in our youth dignity and self respect
Never give up on people nor on their dreams

Love is the key to demolishing bigotry and hate
Untangle yourselves from the bondage of ignorance
Touch others and feel the pulse beat of their pain
Heaven opens to those knocking with hands of love
Evil is never a match against the good and the Godly
Revolutions of good are born out of intolerance for evil

Kingdoms of nightmares fade when the people dream
Independence of nations strive when its people are United
Names like Adolf go unclaimed, but the name Martin remains
God blesses the nation whose God is The Lord. 91719PoSoup
Form: Acrostic

Premium Member A Cheap Pleonasm: Make America Great Again

America has been GREAT, great for the last two centuries.
All right, America has been the greatest among all countries,
For a long time. MAGA is a cheap pleonasm, which just
Won the most contentious election in American history.
The problem, as widely reported, Trump is corrupt, unjust,
Sexist, racist, homophobic, xenophobic, vociferous, and nasty.
This is the first time that we have such a hyperactive loose cannon,
Who is despised by his own political party. He is an orchestra
Of unusual lyrics and melodies. The man is like an untamed lion.
As a reminder, money, strength and power are not everything.
Humility, wisdom, decency, and common sense, in America,
Are extremely crucial and important, to make the dogs sing.
A president should be a role model, a beacon for children;
A fighter, a problem solver, a savior for the entire electorate;
A leader, a giant not a bully, a diplomat for the world to emulate.
The jury will be deliberating; America does not need to be 'great again';
We need an improved economy, mutual respect, controlling the flow
Of immigration, money, illicit drugs, and put our ducks in a row,
To be a haven for all, regardless of race, color, gender and ethnicity.
America is the greatest, I am not lying; simply ask the Statue of Liberty.

Copyright © November 11,2016 Logerie Hébert, All Rights Reserved
Hebert Logerie is the author of several collections of poetry.
Form: Rhyme

A Covenant Fulfilled : a Witness To Christ

now when i look back in history i have come to discover
that true African-american history is basically undercover
most cultures know their history and from whence they came to be
but somehow that is missing when it comes to African-american history
the Proclamation Emancipation and the Dred Scott Case
two important historical incidents that were concerned about race
and when i look at the Constitution i did find
that in 1865 on February 1st was the day that President Lincoln did sign
but in fact the actual date that this law came alive
was December 6th in the year 1865

a covenant fulfilled God sent the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King
an anointed man of God who made civil rights his thing
a covenant fulfilled is when we testify
as eye witnesses of God's work and how African-americans have survived
the evidence is written in the Holy Scriptures
a corroboration of testimonies that gives the full gospel picture

you can't let the stones in life impede you from getting to Christ
and don't allow the stones to cry out as a witness to your life
and don't let the stones hinder you by putting obstacles in your way
just trust in God to move them as you praise Him and pray 

a covenant fulfilled in telling our people's story
as we're witnesses to God's goodness, mercy, grace and glory
a covenant fulfilled bringing a brother or a sister to Christ
to let them experience the goodness of God that can change their life
a covenant fulfilled

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