Bernard Ferguson – “Message (after Khary Jackson)”

Performing at Great Plains 2016.

“I think that man was born whole, but for all this time I have been the piece that completes him.”

Don’t miss this lovely poem from Bernard Ferguson, performing at the 2016 Great Plains Poetry Pile-Up in Lincoln, NE. Support Button on Patreon so we can continue to broadcast these amazing poets!
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Christopher Michael – “16th Street Baptist Church Speaks”

Performing at the 2016 College Unions Poetry Slam Invitational.

“I could not hold back the blast forever.”
Don’t miss this amazing persona poem from Christopher Michael, performing as a sacrificial poem before a bout at the 2016 College Unions Poetry Slam Invitational.
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