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I Go for President
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Carolyn Norr and Angela N. Carroll
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Last Updated on November, 14 2008 at 08:47 AM
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| Even though the elections are over, the youth poets from I-Go have
something to say about this whole political process. I-GO is an
Oakland-based educational nonprofit that teaches youth poetry workshops
and hosts readings and performances throughout the city. For the I-Go
For President project, young poets created short pieces based around four
key platforms: |
Even though the elections are over, the youth poets from I-Go have something to say about this whole political process. I-GO is an Oakland-based educational nonprofit that teaches youth poetry workshops and hosts readings and performances throughout the city. For the I-Go For President project, young poets created short pieces based around four key platforms:
1. Push Purpose - Inspire others through poetry, motivation and inspiration.
2. Stop the Violence in Our Community - Including domestic violence, rape, shooting and drugs.
3. Speak the Truth about Struggle and Money - Tell real stories so people don't feel alone.
4. Mental and Physical Health in Our Community - Mind, body and soul.
This video features readings by: Joshua Merchant, Justin Merchant, Jakiah' Lane, Tangi Gaddis, Mustafa Hunt, Andrew Wilson, Andre'A Taylor and Carolyn Norr.
Click here to watch the video.
For more on the program and to find out how to help go to www.myspace.com/letpoetrymanifest.com |
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