Human Rights

(This poem does not conform to some countries only to those that do) It seems we have become a civilized lot With bewildering laws to protect everyone, Although having taken away common sense To historics in society, we’ve lost the plot. When in these days where wrong is put to right With an insincere tear and one solitary word, And social care for everyone and those monsters Whom with evil intent take a life or more and skite. The law an A*s when truth proven beyond doubt Thanks to the intervention of modern forensics, Only for loopholes to make the lawyers rich Easier than water rushing down the spout. The worst scenario for those that delve in death A life sentence of fifteen to twenty-five years, Many to fake remorse and forgiveness Create pity on social media with every breath. Early release on parole another lawyer’s feat The interns leave refreshed and in better shape, Than those without sin they’ll likely pass by Asleep under stark conditions upon the street. © Harry J Horsman 2021