Convenient Prejudice
There are those who say that they don’t like others,
But it’s usually just a lie buried deep inside.
They call people names like “spics” or “brothers”,
But not while in an elevator or on a subway ride.
You see, it’s convenient to take the train,
Or ride the elevator instead of taking the stairs.
And even though their thoughts of hatred remain,
They want everyone around to think that they care.
It’s amazing to see a person hate because of race,
But not seem to mind when it makes their life easier.
If they truly hated another, it would be a simple case
Of living their life in a shell, not getting any busier.
These people are hypocrites that have no clue
What it’s like to enjoy life in a world of so many.
If they would only realize a better point of view,
It would make things easier for them…and their children, too.
Copyright © PJ Scheidel | Year Posted 2017
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