For
It expresses deep emotion and meaning creatively.
Against
Everyday language can be just as meaningful.
Anonymous excerpts, translated where noted.
“Poetry in its purest form is actuality. Reality. Sincerity.”
“Poetry. It's honesty to those who are ready to hear it.”
“Poetry. A source of confusion. A trick, an illusion for most people.”
“Another issue is that addressing someone informally effectively forces you to adapt to that style.”