protest sign in progress
If you don't have time to make your own for Saturday's Hands Off protest, you can print one from Indivisible.
Lately I'm spending more time writing protest signs, social media posts, and letters to the editor than poems. I call my representatives regularly, and I protest often. But it's National Poetry Month, and I can't let that go uncelebrated. This year, I plan to work on a poem every day (and not feel obligated to finish it) and post once/week for Poetry Friday. Here's my latest.
How to Make a Protest Sign
Find something sturdy to write on:
a cardboard box, an old poster,
a paper or plastic bag.
Tape it or staple it
to a stick if you want to
or carry the naked sign.
Elegant lettering?
Eye-catching colors?
Feel free if you're so inspired.
It's fine to use somebody else's words
if they say what you want to say.
Give credit to the creator.
Humor is good,
but remember your rage.
What matters most is the message.
Make it as wide as the world,
as tall as your dreams.
Write it in blood if you have to.
© 2025 JoAnn Early Macken
Matt Forrest Esenwine hosts today's Poetry Friday Roundup at Radio, Rhythm & Rhyme. Enjoy!