In remembrance of Martin Luther King Jr.

In remembrance of the great Martin Luther King Jr., we have written a poem that we only hope can capture that amazing person he was and the amazing things he did.

If I were born in the year 1929

I could only hope I’d have courage as he

Because to grow up during a time so cruel

Was anything but a glass of sweet iced tea

If I were to be born in Atlanta

Into a world of war and hate

I am not so sure I would stand tall

Let alone, spark a national debate

And even though he was not ‘right’ in society’s eyes

Even though hateful words were said to him

Even though his family was threatened

He believed to live was not to fight

So today on his day

Not only do we remember his incredible dream

But we remember what he stood for

And hope that we continue his legacy.

By Samantha Colon