MY RACE IS NOT A CRIME

Author:
Akinkunmi Testimony
Jul 4, 2020 9:10 AM EDT

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I am black.

I am proud.

Don't make me lack.

No need to be proud.

I say it on Mississippi

Driving on to Texas.

WILL I STILL BE A CRIME?

ARE YOU A RACIST

Being neutral is not here.
You are either a racist or recognize Black lives Matter

My granddad told his son.

I can vote but I can't lead.

My father told me

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I can teach but I CAN'T BREATHE

I do hope my son will tell his son

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I call out triumphant

With the knowledge that I am no longer a crime.

I jubilate knowing that I am not equal

But complementary with all men.

I rise, with all people.

Boasting and knowing that we all are free.

I am not a crime.

© 2020 Akinkunmi Testimony

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