If Only We Were Given A Voice...

Hatred.

A racist people.

A discriminatory place.

A segregated ‘community’.

 

Freedom.

Hopeful, luminous.

Demand, fight, conquer.

As strong as an army we stand

If only we could have a voice, that’s all we want.

 

Racism.

An assembled attack.

A large group.

A whole community of ignorance.

 

Hope.

Powerful, open-minded.

Debate, reason, solve.

Sadly we stand with our heads hung low,

As silent as a mute we are forced.

If only we could have a voice, a voice is equality, and that’s all we want.

Instead, there is the flaming rage that is the fire that is

Searing my interior.

 

Righteousness.

A false entitlement.

A controlling power.

A self-assigned power.

What’s so wrong with us?

 

Determination.

Strong, fearless.

Stand tall, stand brave, stand proud.

As determined as an army at war, we stand.

If only we were given a voice,

We wouldn’t have to fight for one.

Author's Note

Please comment, I really want your honest opinions.

Reviews

[Patrick Henry]

Your words are beautiful protests against what now plagues us in our minds, in our selfishness, and in our hearts. Where faith used to protect the family unit, it now takes a backseat to what society as a whole takes for granted, too easily!! You have written a most provocative and beautiful piece that should be read by the entire site. Makes me want to put my poetry back on here, just to show you I come from a point of view very much like yours. I want to scream whilst in the middle of this poem. The layout of your piece is effective, both in its shape, and that of its tailing off where you come full circle in making your point after very real accusations and a realist's point of view we should all take notice of. Great job!!! ....oh... lol ...and BEAUTIFUL picture!! ; )

xoxox -Mark