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Brent Solomon for his poem, “Corporate Brotha.” Solomon won the first place prize, $3,000.
Sheila Spencer’s poem, “We’re the Hands …,” took second place and the $1,5ooo prize.
And, Ronald Clark won third place with his poem “An Epidemic.” He received the $500 prize.
The event was hosted by poet Michael “MIKE-E” Ellison. He had the room roaring with laughter and applause. The ten finalists, also, had their moments in the spolight and gave well received performances.
“All of [the finalists] were really good and it takes a lot to get up there,” said Wale Aliym, University of Missouri senior.
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