This Was Always Babel by Jonathan Fletcher
And Jesus did not speak English. And Texas once belonged to Mexico. And we weren’t speaking babble. You must’ve thought so, though—towering over us, eyes cerulean and narrowed, a rictus for a mouth: “Speak American here.” On another occasion, I might’ve asked you, To what tribe do you belong? I might’ve asked, What is the […]
Everlasting Life by Jacob R. Moses
I wish not for the immortal Sentence of staying upon Sand riddled by syringes Whether a beach is a rock Laced with heroin remains To be seen and I remain Senseless in my avoidance As I quantum leap through Gratuitous adversity, I am Inhabiting private oceans Marked with the bullseye Of an oil slick among […]
The City Hall of Very Fine People by Daniel Romo
The foundation of any town is only as strong as the citizens’ opinions it protects, and catering to status quo is the difference between reelection and reflection. The most successful government officials incorporate politics and public opinion while not being swayed by any ounce of conscience. After all, ruling over the land is a matter […]
