Imagine the tears at George Floyd Square;imagine the prayers. imagine the meditations,this was all for you brother George — wishing your spirit deep peace and salutation.
An excerpt from “At George Floyd Square: Imagine ,” a poem by Rockford native Christopher Sims
Local poet and wordsmith Christopher Sims recently returned to Rockford to resume doing what he does best — shedding light on racism, sexism, homophobia and environmental injustices through his poetry.
“I believe poetry is a clear, precise language,” Sims said. “It is a direct way to address all of the injustices and inequities that exist in our world. Poetry is universal, so we are able to share ideas and thoughts about what’s wrong in our communities and cities across the world.”
The rhythmic nature of poems help to drive social justice messages home, he said, something rap music has been doing the past 50 years.
“The highly important rap song “The Message,” with its poetic delivery, helped the nation learn about the injustices happening in the ghettos of this country, helping to shine a much needed spotlight on what was going on.”