Muslims, Jews or Americans: Choose Sides
“Why is it that if you’re Islamophobic, you can’t be anti-Semitic, and if you’re anti-Semitic, you can’t be Islamophobic? Why must you tolerate one and not the other? Why must you choose sides? I shouldn’t have to condone extremism; I … Continue reading Muslims, Jews or Americans: Choose Sides
Living In A World Of Hurt: War Circling Above
As I’m going down the road,I’m looking up ahead;I can’t see the trees—I only see the forest. But I also see the vultures,Staring down at me.The first is “Fear”,The second “Hate”,The third “Pain and Misery.” Three looking down on me.They’re … Continue reading Living In A World Of Hurt: War Circling Above
Consolation needed, nothing else
I’m living inside the wreckage of who I thought I’d be—a life I loved, gone; a map burned before me.Struggle folds over pain; each breath a steep ascend.Gratitude lingers here, stitched with a jagged seam,but not all hands that reached … Continue reading Consolation needed, nothing else
One More Time: How People become Addicted to the Chase
Even thoughI have suffered from hangovers hundreds of times,I always end up telling myself in the morning:“I will never ever binge again.”Because the pain is unbearable! But in the evening, when I start feeling melancholy,I conveniently forget the promise I … Continue reading One More Time: How People become Addicted to the Chase
When Conservative Men Become Effeminate, Modern Women Pay the Price
In a world where values may sway,Real men don’t allow sissies to lead the way.With truth and with might,They must stand for what’s right,As they steer society each day. Edited by: ElRoyPoet, 2026 The Importance of Integrity and Leadership in … Continue reading When Conservative Men Become Effeminate, Modern Women Pay the Price
The Dance of Desire: Understanding ADHD in Women
In our fast-paced world where willpower reigns,Chasing fleeting moments—dopamine’s chains.Attributing strength to a bed still unmade,Like claiming bright eyes from effort displayed. “Work hard,” you say, “and your blue eyes will shine,”Ignoring the truth of your natural design.For duty to … Continue reading The Dance of Desire: Understanding ADHD in Women
1938 Germany and 2026 America: Two Sides of the Same Coin
First, they came for the immigrants, and I did not speak up—because I was the grandson of a migrant worker, living in constant fear of what might happen if I dared to voice any resistance. Then, they came for the … Continue reading 1938 Germany and 2026 America: Two Sides of the Same Coin
America was built on Faith
The Bible is why we have morals.Our morals are why we have a constitution.Our constitution is why we have a democracy.Our democracy is why we’re still free. But if we turn our backs on the Bible,if we abandon our morals,if … Continue reading America was built on Faith
A Brief History of Protest in America: Essays with Q&A
You’d hope that history teaches,But often it merely preaches:To ears that it reaches,It simply beseeches—“Learn, lest we repeat its breaches.” Edited by: ElRoyPoet, 2026 The 1992 LA Riots From a Korean American Point of View America was born through blood, … Continue reading A Brief History of Protest in America: Essays with Q&A
Internet Codependency
I’m sinking deeper,Into the virtual world. What am I going to do,When the lights go out?What am I going to do,When I can’t move about?What am I going to do,When all is in doubt? What am I going to do,When … Continue reading Internet Codependency
Smooth Talker or Real Walker: Rap Song
Yo, listen up, the teacher’s got a lesson to drop,’Bout how to speak loud, how to make it non-stop,Men, when you say, “I’m just being honest,” think again,’Cause women hear more—than just words, my friend. See, honesty’s cool, but it’s … Continue reading Smooth Talker or Real Walker: Rap Song
Poisoning The Well: A Poem; A Warning
My first mistake was believingI could negotiate with terrorists.My second mistake was thinkingI was only bargaining for my soul.But then it dawned on me: if I failed,I would be jeopardizing the world. This is what happenswhen you let things go … Continue reading Poisoning The Well: A Poem; A Warning
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