At the Closed Gate of Justice

"At the Closed Gate of Justice" is a poem written by James David Corrothers, an African-American poet, journalist, and minister. This poem was included in The Book of American Negro Poetry (1922), edited by James Weldon Johnson. It is part of a collection of recordings brought to you by LibriVox volunteers. This project, completed on February 16, 2020, is in line with the theme of Black History Month. Corrothers, recognized as a promising poet by T. Thomas Fortune, made significant contributions to African-American literature. This poem invites readers to reflect on themes of justice and equality.