Notes About The Poem

Prejudice: a feeling of like or dislike for someone or something especially when it is not reasonable or logical.

Shame On Us

Shame on Us
By Franklin Price
7/9/2016

Shame on us for prejudice
I know we're not alone
If you're one who does not have it
I welcome you to cast the stone

For you will be the first one
Since the one upon the cross
If it's true I'll nominate you
As of now to be the boss

For prejudice is damning
It's good for none at all
Those who practice knowingly
Cast an unattractive pall

Evaluate on merit
Not the color of the skin
To alleviate the pejudice
So it should never win

Heritage, religion, 
Politics and so much more
Are always there for prejudice
They open up that ugly door

I know we cannot end it
That's not how we humans roll
Work hard to minimize it
Before it takes a further toll
Copyright © | Year Posted 2016

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Turner Avatar
July 10, 2016 at 6:16 AM
I'd like to think, there are no "bad" people, just good people who make poor choices. Let's only hope this is right. I like your poem, Franklin.
Price Avatar
July 16, 2016 at 8:08 AM
I think there are bad people who should be closely watched. Thanks for you comments
Ink-U-Script Avatar
July 9, 2016 at 9:54 AM
I truly agree Franklin!!!
Price Avatar
July 16, 2016 at 8:09 AM
Thank you
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