Street Martyrs
War in the street
faces marred by defeat
crying
yet they’re fighting
still kicking and biting
where is the truth
they’re refusing
can’t you see
humanity is losing?
sapphires seeking retribution
today’s victims of persecution
battle for amnesty
road blocked
by futility
just another excuse
for senseless brutality
the many
are the few voices allowed
martyrs paving ways
brave and proud
risking their lives
for the benefit of future generations
placing themselves on shelves
for the sake of their children's salvation
this is the life
they're still choosing
can't you see
humanity losing?
today they fall
bludgeoned again
in defeat
yet
there’s a brighter tomorrow
for this bloodshed today
in the street
~JSLambert
© 2012 JSL
*First Place*
"WHAT I BELIEVE IS WORTH FIGHTING FOR!" Poetry Contest
sponsored by: Frank H.
Copyright © Jslambert Mister Roboto | Year Posted 2011
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