Benjamin Zephaniah reads his powerful poem, 'People Need People'. | The One Show

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This is Benjamin’s final interview. In the last stage of his life, he still chose to step forward — to speak, to share, to face the world. This was his decision, his request, and his final wish. I know he does not look as he once did, but that is the truth of this moment — strong, honest, and unafraid of the end of life. This is not to show his “weakened” state, but to share his final thoughts and to remember his whole life and spirit. This is his voice. He wanted it to be heard. Today, I am sim