So, poetry becomes a means for useful dialogue between people who are not only unknown, but mute to each other. It produces a dialogue among people that guards all of us against manipulation by our so-called leaders.
June JordanOverall, white men run America. From nuclear armaments to the filth and jeopardy of New York City subways to the cruel mismanagement of health care, is there anything to boast about?
June JordanThe thing about genius is it will never yield to circumstances. Genius regards what's given as the beginning of its need to find or devise something else.
June JordanI think I have come to a place where I'm able to feel more comfortable about being honest.
June Jordan