Quote by Diane Wakoski

I think one of the things that language poets are very involved with is getting away from conventional ideas of beauty, because those ideas contain a certain attitude toward women, certain attitudes toward sex, certain attitudes toward race, etc.

I think one of the things that language poets are very invol

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This quote suggests that language poets aim to challenge and diverge from conventional notions of beauty. By doing so, they intend to critique societal norms and assumptions that contribute to the objectification and marginalization of certain groups, such as women, individuals of different races, and sexual expressions. These poets seek to dismantle narrow expectations of beauty, enabling a space for expression that promotes inclusivity, equality, and the deconstruction of oppressive attitudes prevalent in society.

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