Writing Prompts, Politics
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The Hill We Climb

On January 20, 2021 Poet Amanda Gorman recited her poem “The Hill We Climb” at the inauguration of President Biden. Take some time to listen to this poem: The Hill We Climb

After listening to this poem, reflect and write about the following:

The Hill We Climb

change

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The Change You Wish to See

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The Change You Wish to See

This election year is tense with a feeling of impending change. Use this prompt to focus your feelings on something you are passionate about. WHAT kind of change do I want to see in the world? WHERE are the places that this change could take place? WHO do you need for this change to happen? WHEN would this change take place? WHY would/should/could this change happen? Write now about the change you wish to see right now!