RoseAnn V. Shawiak Racism Poems

Signs appearing in the middle of an afternoon rush
at Wendy's.

People of all colors, creeds, religions, and races
...

Pressure of racism flows from mouths of those who proclaim
to be politically correct and who are in fact, just the
opposite.
...

Recognizing rhythms as they rock their way into our lives here
tonight, being proud to be together without any intolerance,
hatred or prejudice, nothing to do with racism for it is passe!
...

Our government cannot heal the wounds between blacks
and whites for they are bent on bringing racism into
the equation.
...

Wondering at the rudeness in people of power, thinking
they are better than those they are supposed to be
serving.
...