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Presentation: Poetry recitation by Justin Festge-Russell - "The city looks different now"
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2024-25 Madison Youth Poet Laureate: Justin Festge-Russell
Justin Festge Russell (stage name Jexizis) is a local artist, specializing in hip-hop, poetry,
and creative production. A student and Hip-Hop & Urban Arts Scholar at UW–Madison, he
is a member of First Wave. He is pursuing a degree in education and education
administration, so he can better position himself to impact the lives of our youth—whom
he believes hold the key to a better society.