Empathy's Eruption

About this poem

"Empathy's Eruption" was written during a time of growing division in the United States, a division that continues to deepen today. As someone with a background in political public relations, I witnessed firsthand the escalating conflict and the widening chasm between opposing viewpoints. I became increasingly concerned about the lack of understanding and the prevalence of hostility in our public discourse. This poem is a call for empathy, a plea to bridge the divides that separate us. It's a reflection on the importance of recognizing the humanity in those we disagree with, and the need to engage in meaningful conversations rather than resorting to shouting matches. I believe that even in the face of deep disagreements, we can find common ground and build bridges of understanding. We don't have to agree on everything, but we must be willing to listen and to see the world from another's perspective. "Empathy's Eruption" is a hope that we can rise above our differences and create a more united and compassionate society. I hope you see America in this poem, and the potential we have to come together. more »