You deny me an education, then call me stupid. You deny me a job, then call me lazy. The sight of me irritates like the edges of a rock in your shoe. You say I am ugly, but you won’t turn away. Can’t stop staring. I wear a hoodie and avert my eyes. You say I’m suspicious. You set traps and snares for me. You hunt me down to satisfy your own bloodlust.
But I am the animal.
