Independence Day 2016
INDEPENDENCE DAY 2016
Are we truly independent?
or have we become enmeshed
overwhelmed by a desire.
A desire to afford the luxury
of independence to those
unwilling to fight for it.
Are we truly free?
or have we been taken captive
imprisoned by the impoverished.
Chained to the needs
of those who do not wish freedom
but inclusion without duty.
Are we still America?
or an amalgam of multi-colored
flags and visions. Tribal fiefdoms
demanding sovereignty
in the safety and sanctuary
of independence and freedom.
John G. Lawless
6/28/2016
Copyright © John Lawless | Year Posted 2016
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