The Ferguson Report
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Nicole Sealey's "The Ferguson Report" is a powerful erasure poem that confronts the systemic racism and police brutality highlighted by the events in Ferguson, Missouri.
The poem uses the structure of an official report to create a poignant and moving reflection on the loss of Black lives.
Sealey's skillful use of erasure transforms the original text, leaving behind a haunting narrative that speaks to the ongoing struggle for racial justice.
The work is a testament to the power of poetry to bear witness to injustice and inspire change.
It has received critical acclaim for its innovative form and emotional impact.
The poem uses the structure of an official report to create a poignant and moving reflection on the loss of Black lives.
Sealey's skillful use of erasure transforms the original text, leaving behind a haunting narrative that speaks to the ongoing struggle for racial justice.
The work is a testament to the power of poetry to bear witness to injustice and inspire change.
It has received critical acclaim for its innovative form and emotional impact.
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