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Mr. J: I thought the majority of your verse was well-written and thoughtful, and even if the thoughts put on display weren't earth-shattering, I was fully involved in the verse because it was easy to connect with and the rhymes were dope. I didn't like the last 6 lines, and I think it tugged your verse backwards from what it could have been. But I am glad you showed this time.

Ra: It seemed like you had a clearer idea in mind when you saw this picture. This had obvious implications of anti-capitalism and consumerism, and I think you nailed those themes, tying in the manipulation of economic crises as vehicles to limit rights. What I particularly liked was the end scene of silence after the Statue of Liberty fell. What that entailed is pretty open - was it signaling the fall of government or the continued creep into a place less free than yesterday?

Vote: Ra. His piece was more cohesive and complete, whereas J appeared to run out of time and slap an ending on top of an otherwise dope verse. This was a good match, thanks.