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"The New Colossus" by Emma Lazarus provides a contrasting perspective on American society, focusing on the importance of immigration and the promise of the American dream. The poem speaks directly to the Statue of Liberty, with the famous lines "Give me your tired, your poor, / Your huddled masses yearning to breathe free." Lazarus celebrates the diversity and openness of American society, emphasizing the country's commitment to welcoming immigrants and providing a better life for all. However, the poem also acknowledges the challenges that immigrants face in America and the ongoing struggle for equality and justice. Lazarus's use of the word "wretched" to describe the refugees suggests that while America may offer hope and opportunity, it is not without its flaws and difficulties. Copyright (c) 2024 PoetryExplorer | Discover our Poem Explanations and Poet Analyses!Other Poems of Interest...JULY FOURTH BY THE OCEAN by ROBINSON JEFFERS SHINE, PERISHING REPUBLIC by ROBINSON JEFFERS SHINE, PERISHING REPUBLIC by ROBINSON JEFFERS WATCH THE LIGHTS FADE by ROBINSON JEFFERS AFTER TENNYSON by AMBROSE BIERCE MEETING YOU AT THE PIERS by KENNETH KOCH |
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