Seattle's new Civic Poet finds parallels between political language and verse

Dujie Tahat can be described in many ways: a poet, a critic, podcast host, and political consultant. In addition to all those titles, they can now add a new descriptor: Seattle’s Fifth Civic Poet. Guest: Dujie Tahat, Seattle Civic Poet Links:  Poetry Foundation: salat to be read from right to left Northwest Review: All American Ghuzal Four Way Review: BALIKBAYAN FILLED WITH THEORY   Thank you to the supporters of KUOW, you help make this show possible! If you want to help out, go to kuow.org/donate/soundsidenotes Soundside is a production of KUOW in Seattle, a proud member of the NPR Network.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.