 The History of the Poem The poem was registered with U.S. Copyright Office on 06/24/08. Some have called it a prophetic poem because the poem was written 6 to 7 months prior to President Barack Obama becoming President. The Intent of this Poem: To understand the importance of African American Speeches. The Purpose of this Poem: To encourage, strengthen, inspire, motivate, and to applaud all people, especially the African American People, to continue to speak with dignity, boldness, and uncompromisingly about the truth. The Goal of this Poem: To acknowledge and appreciate those African Americans who made their voices known in the past, present, and who will make their voice known in the future, words of freedom, equality, hope, and love. |
