“A Wild Kingdom Can’t Police Itself” was inspired by recent political events, in this strange American paradigm.
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Trickle-down Blues: An American Dilemma
“Trickle-down Blues: An American Dilemma” was inspired by this year’s campaigns for president.
Failure to Achieve Sunlight
“Failure to Achieve Sunlight” was written in response to man’s unconditional obsession with war and conflict.
We Talk Revolution Real
“We Talk Revolution Real” is from Synnika Lofton’s collection CRT Is on Black Skin. To buy a copy of the book, click on the image at the bottom of the page.
New Poem is Published in Mid-Atlantic Review
My poem “On a Black High School Senior Who Cannot Walk…” is featured in the Mid-Atlantic Review.
SACRED BAG
“Sacred Bag” appears in the poetry collection Dangerously Beautiful, which can be purchased by clicking on the cover at the bottom of the page.
Smile for the Crosshairs (for Joseph Ross)
“Smile for the Crosshairs” was inspired by a close reading of Joseph Ross’s poetry collection Crushed and Crowned, which is available for purchase at: http://www.flowersongpress.com
Saving Ruins (democracy) Is Not My Bag
“Saving Ruins (democracy) Is Not My Bag” is an example of a Skinny Poem, which is a type of poem originated by Truth Thomas.
Chant for Charlottesville w/audio
Synnika A. Lofton releases another spoken word poem–his 145th release– with Chant for Charlottesville. The celebratory poem is designed to support activists, parents, teachers, and community leaders who are continually fighting for racial justice and equality. Chant for Charlottesville also celebrates the life of Heather Heyer, who was killed protesting white supremacists in Charlottesville, VA., in 2017.
The Machine is Not Paradise
“The Machine is Not Paradise” appears in the collection Laps Around Sunlight. Check out the tab “Books” to order a copy: https://iamsynnika.com/books/
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