I AM poem

I am an African American

I wonder what lies ahead for me

I hear their hurtful comments

I want to be treated equal

I am an African American

I pretend it doesnt affect me

I feel pain

I need respect

I worry about my future children

I cry a silent cry

I am an African American

I dont understand our differences

I believe someday this will change

I dream of equality

I try to contain myself

I hope there can be peace

I am an African American