Joan Baez, the iconic folk singer and activist, has penned a new poem targeting former US President Donald Trump. The poem, published exclusively by The Independent, reflects on her lifelong commitment to pacifism in the face of political turmoil.
Baez, known as the “Queen of Folk” since the 1960s, has a long history of using her art for activism. She performed at the 1963 March on Washington alongside Martin Luther King Jr and has championed civil rights and environmental causes ever since.
Last year, she released her first poetry collection, When You See My Mother, Ask Her to Dance, which explored personal themes. The new poem marks a return to political commentary, directly addressing Trump and questioning the effectiveness of non-violence in modern politics.
In the poem, Baez grapples with her pacifist principles while condemning the former president’s rhetoric and policies. The work has sparked discussion among fans and critics alike about the role of protest art in contemporary society.
