Culture

Uncensored: More Censored than Censored

More Censored than Censored examines the complexities and contradictions behind modern claims of free speech. This thought-provoking piece questions whether "uncensored" truly champions freedom or merely promotes division and control ...
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Beneath the Char

In "Beneath the Char," Kate McGovern crafts a vivid scene where the mundane act of scraping burnt toast transforms into a symphony of sounds and unspoken tension. The story captures ...
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We Must Protect the Land!

In We Must Protect the Land! by Geo Niko Villarta, a powerful speech by Congressman Casiano ignites a group of Franciscan brothers to take action against environmental destruction in the ...
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Chantou

In Kathy Whipple's "Chantou," we are introduced to a ten-year-old girl in a Cambodian village who weaves intricate silk patterns on a wooden loom. The narrative vividly captures the sensory ...
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14Juillet: 1789 —> 2022

Gerard Sarnat’s "14Juillet: 1789 —> 2022" captures the enduring impact of the French Revolution's Bastille Day on modern times. By linking historical events with recent political disturbances, the poem offers ...
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Doves — Back to School Post, Uvalde

"Doves — Back to School Post, Uvalde”: A Heartbreaking Symphony of Fear, Loss, and Hope in the Shadows of Tragedy by Eshaan Mani. Can We Protect Innocence Amidst the Chaos?
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patria — on dual identity

Through the verses of 'patria — on dual identity' by Eshaan Mani, a journey of self-discovery unfolds. Mani's powerful imagery and melodic cadence search for belonging, as diverse harmonies collide ...
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