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“Prisoner Earth,” “Suffocation” and “Melting Wax”

Issue 36 by Jennifer Schneider

I served 20 years 4 months 3 days
for a theft I didn’t commit.
Solitary. Abuse. Neglect.
Suffering. Shame.
Victim of mistaken identity.
Suggestive questioning. Self-interest.
Gross negligence. Prosecutorial misconduct.

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“Ticketed,” “Speckled” and “Hello, Instructor”

Issue 25 by Jennifer Schneider

Late for work, I left my wallet, its gray
color a perfect match for the counter.
Guilty of excessive speed, with no way
to clear my name, I began to flounder.

With no cash and no options to make bail,
Who knew of the horrors that would be mine.

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“Off Easy,” “Hey, Mr. D.” and “You Said to Come Ready”

Issue 23 by Jennifer Schneider

Hey, Mr. D. I see you. Do you see me?
You call my number twice a day.
Sometimes more. I cause you
no trouble. I do as you say.
Hey, Mr. D. Do you see me?
I know the sounds of your step.
Your black sneakers are my
favorite. Even though your
pants are too short.

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