National Poetry Month 2021: 7 Asian Poets Whose Words Are an Act of Resistance
Despite anti-Asian violence and societal expectations, these artists dare to “take as much space as possible. Be big. Be loud. Speak up. All the time.”
Hannah Eko
Apr 5, 2021
10:00AM ET
Twitter: Choi and Sok, YouTube: Ashgar
In the wake of rising anti-Asian violence across America, stereotypes, and other people’s expectations, these poets have decided to do something radical — create. In celebration of National Poetry Month and in solidarity with artists of Asian descent, we salute these poets — just seven of many — for their creativity and their courage.