Listen to poem:
In the Shame of Silence
the dagger leaves its imprint
deep in the heart
an affront translating into betrayal
and intensified by cowering silence
where is the honor
where is the solidarity?
and yet, justice somewhat prevails
at the greatest of cost
history made and bought
with the sacrifices of martyrs
hardly forgotten
where is the shame
where is the dignity?
yet the cry against injustice
is louder than ever
while the silence roars
with its venom that's lethal
and we finally dare ask
what color is your honor?
Read on air by invitation ~ August 14, 2022 'POETS HARBOUR'
AP: Honorable Mention 2022, Honorable Mention 2022
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