Black Strong

Black Strong

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This poem is about the strength and endurance of an average black/man/woman/child. It celebrates our journey and reminds of our past The current situation in the world has exposed how hard it is for black people in general. Human rights are meant for EVERYONE. This poem is just to remind us of what we went through as people and what we have achieved as people.
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