JOURNAL ARTICLE

Mississippi Goddamn.

  • Published In: Southern Humanities Review, 2025, v. 58, n. 3. P. 86 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: TOLASE, AJIBOLA 3 of 3

Abstract

The main focus of the text is a reflection on the ongoing violence in American schools, drawing parallels to the historical context of racial violence in Mississippi, as highlighted by Nina Simone's song "Mississippi Goddamn." The author expresses dismay over the persistent issues of gun violence and the impact it has on students, evoking imagery of fear and trauma in educational settings. The text also contemplates the role of poetry as a medium for political expression and the responsibility of the writer to address these urgent societal issues. Ultimately, it emphasizes the need for awareness and action regarding the safety of students across the country. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Southern Humanities Review. 2025/09, Vol. 58, Issue 3, p86
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Biography
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:0038-4186
  • Accession Number:188345639
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