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If we ask most Americans

If one was to poll Americans nation wide and ask them if they supported apartheid. Most would defiantly deny and say, but their our allies.. If we asked most Americans do we need a wall, to bar people of color from coming here at all? Should we only let in those that resemble our kin regardless of the circumstances they are in? Would we crowd them in ghettos where resources were lacking but have our government keep on taxing? What if we made them carry id cards, to police their travels, and from areas we barred? If we ask most Americans with our national sense of pride, why are we still complicit in this Gaze an genocide?

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Daniel Henry Rodgers

Date: 5/28/2024 8:32:00 AM

Dearest Nancy, Your poem is quite a thought-provoking exploration of societal issues and the uncomfortable truths beneath the surface. I love how you adeptly raise questions about systemic injustices and challenge us to confront our own complicity. Nancy, your words serve as a powerful call to action, urging us to reevaluate our values and priorities as a nation. Thank you for sharing this important perspective. - Blessings, My Friend, Daniel

Nancy Kaufman
Date: 5/28/2024 3:29:00 PM

Hi Daniel, I can't stand the fact that our tax payer money is going toward this genocide. I'm not one to choose sides but there is no doubt in my mind that when so many innocent civilians have died that they are being targeted. When the parents of the hostages are even against Israel's strategy, it's time to stop this horror. Thanks for commenting.