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ACADEMIC POETRY vs STREET POETRY

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11-07-2010 at 02:10:57 AM

ACADEMIC POETRY vs STREET POETRY

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DEFEND YOUR RIGHT TO WRITE AS YOU WILL.
But harsh and unjust though it may seem,
Criticism makes poets famous.


Last edited by cousinsoren 11-07-2010 at 08:09:22 AM

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When power leads man towards arrogance, poetry reminds him of his limitations. When power narrows the area of man's concern, poetry reminds him of the richness and diversity of existence. When power corrupts, poetry cleanses.

John F. Kennedy (1917-1963) Thirty-fifth President of the USA
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