Boulevard of Death

I aged a year this morning
just trying to cross the street
White man only gets you half-way
so you have to trust your feet

On the Boulevard of Death

I wrote a letter to the city
detailing my concerns.
They sent me a form email
Man- that really burns!

On the Boulevard of Death

The laundry is dirty
and the cupboard is bare.
You take your life in your hands
stepping out over there.

On the Boulevard of Death

Left the house this morning-
got side-swiped by a hearse.
The traffic keeps on coming,
and it's only getting worse.

(song-poem)

Thank you for your email concerning the pedestrian signal on 4th Avenue Brooklyn.
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Brooklyn Borough Commissioner Joseph Palmieri will work with the Brooklyn Borough Engineer Office to ensure that this matter is addressed properly. .

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