What’s so important about quiet Benjamin Banneker?
The wake he created during his Time,
A self-taught man of color, mathematician, and Astronomer.
-Rising above racism and ageism; upward he did Climb.
He was recognized and loved by the Abolitionists,
Who promoted the work of his Almanac.
Their love for freedom made them true Partitionists,
And hallowed his work and his star gazing Knack.
Benjamin so humble, a mind sharp and Bright,
Even corresponded with Thomas Jefferson.
His almanac he gave, and about his brethren, he did Write,
Advocating for others and freedom for Everyone.
His intellect showed there is value in all Skin,
When we start seeing that, then everyone will Win.
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Benjamin Banneker
by by Stephanie Daich
