General Poetry posted July 4, 2020


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Put Up A Tough Fight

Hong Kong

by tempeste

fought with all its might
but regime squeezed its hold tight
school reforms in sight



5-7-5 writing prompt entry
Writing Prompt
Write a 5-7-5 poem on any subject. The only rule is to follow the 5-7-5 syllable count (first line has five syllables, second line has seven, third line has five again).


Some Hongkongers fear education will change

Those who support independence or autonomy for the city fear China and its political indoctrination for students," Tin Fong Chak from the Hong Kong Professional Teachers Union told the ABC .....

"Education is supposed to present a multiplicity of views to encourage critical thinking. The security law will set restrictions."

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