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Promise Me Like a Thank You Letter | Speak Out Poetry

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Poetry by Sierra Garcia-Charlie.

Using the power of poetic verse, 9 young people of color from New Mexico share 11 poems about social justice, culture, and identity. Poetry by Sierra Garcia-Charlie, produced by Jessica Helen Lopez, directed and edited by Robert McDermott.

03/28/2019

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You're Ready | Speak Out Poetry

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Shower Singer | Speak Out Poetry

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Promise Me Like a Thank You Letter | Speak Out Poetry

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