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He’s a Proud Boy a strong boy Convinced he’s fighting for Freedom He’s a weak boy an angry boy Who needs someone to need him The Proud Boys accept him bad boys forming a pack his mind drinks their message White power’s better than crack He once was a quiet boy a truly gentle boy times two But lonely boy are sad boys with nothing to do The more they are banned The stronger it makes him feel Because boys who were once nothing have become a big deal Broken teeth, broken faces Blood pouring out of eyes Bricks bats and bottles others knocked down to size In the end not a Proud Boy Just a broken boy times three A blind boy with no answers His own worst enemy. All those other people Muslims, Antifa or Queers They are tied to his healing all groups that he fears Beyond the fringes The boy becomes a man Part of something far bigger Instead of no “Yes we can”!

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Date: 3/13/2021 4:21:00 AM
Wow, that is powerful ...
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Richard Lamoureux
Date: 3/13/2021 6:42:00 AM
Thanks Kai, I appreciate you reading and commenting.
Date: 12/24/2020 1:53:00 PM
I understand your poem, every word and every line, and so sad that these people are born and their ego pampered 'White power is better than crack' A wonderful Christmas to you and all your family Rick. Blessings and Hugs. Jennifer.
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Richard Lamoureux
Date: 12/24/2020 2:05:00 PM
Thanks Jennifer. ;0)
Date: 12/12/2020 4:15:00 AM
There are those with big sticks, that stir the well of hate, i'm sure one is not born hateful, Your poem, goes a long way to tell us how also why...great read one can learn from your pen...
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Richard Lamoureux
Date: 12/12/2020 6:14:00 AM
You are kind Harry. Much appreciated.
Date: 12/10/2020 7:03:00 PM
Hello Richard … this poem of yours has a very strong sense of loneliness I consider anyway that leads into someone yearning wanting to feel wanted - a ripper poem Richard, thank you - Lindsay
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Richard Lamoureux
Date: 12/10/2020 7:31:00 PM
Thanks Lindsay. ;0)
Date: 12/6/2020 11:26:00 PM
What can I say? Brilliant. I've always been impressed by your understanding of the psychological aspect of issues....Proud Boys included. I've been troubled by their stance. Can't solve anything through hate.
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Richard Lamoureux
Date: 12/7/2020 6:26:00 AM
I think most people who join gangs are starving for love acceptance and purpose. The same goes for cult members.
Date: 12/6/2020 11:10:00 AM
I just love this poem, very true and so well written. Worked with homeless boys when going through MA in counseling and this is so true. Heart breaking and they can be dangerous though you learn why by talking with them, and hoping you can help if only a little. A lot out there and we are seeing the results.Should send this poem out to a public.
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Richard Lamoureux
Date: 12/7/2020 6:27:00 AM
Wha a great comment. Thanks Linda. Blessings Rick.
Date: 12/6/2020 7:34:00 AM
Hi Richard, I commend your approach, on the way you wrote this well-written write. We all desire a sense of belonging, but most of the time well choose the wrong click or gang. Excellent poetry. I hope you staying safe and well this holiday season. Have a great day:-) Alexis
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Richard Lamoureux
Date: 12/6/2020 7:50:00 AM
Yes, we are safe. Thanks for your visit. Blessings Rick.
Date: 12/6/2020 1:01:00 AM
Shunned by society but welcomed into a gang that makes him feel important. Well written Richard. Hope you're well Tom
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Richard Lamoureux
Date: 12/6/2020 7:24:00 AM
Thanks Tom. No complaints.
Date: 12/5/2020 1:01:00 PM
excellent! you have said this so well, richard!
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Richard Lamoureux
Date: 12/6/2020 7:25:00 AM
Thanks Ilene. Hugs Rick.
Date: 12/5/2020 8:00:00 AM
And so is born the extremist... That is how it starts, sometimes when they feel guilty about something, sometimes after prisons, but always not feeling part of society... Nice one Richard. Hope you are well.
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Richard Lamoureux
Date: 12/5/2020 10:33:00 AM
Thanks My friend.

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