The Bigot

THE BIGOT Having settled into a firmament of tarnished soil, your sprouted roots bring forth sullied growth. What was blessed by the sun at birth, now hides in deep shadows of the moon, living half a life in darkness creating the fear that comes from a wolf's howl. C.A.K. 11-3-2012 SYNOPSIS of 'THE BIGOT' We are born innocent, but soon learn to distrust. Racial prejudice, bigotry,antisemitism emboldens and excites ignorance and soon hate becomes the bigot's religion of choice.

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Terry O'Leary

Date: 11/3/2013 9:13:00 AM

Super poem!... Terry

John Loving Iii

Date: 10/30/2013 10:05:00 AM

I LOVED the"wolfs howl" reference.

John Loving Iii
Date: 10/30/2013 10:09:00 AM

In this world caution is often confused with bigotry. For obvious reasons.

Monterey Sirak

Date: 10/30/2013 6:32:00 AM

Wonderful write! We are not born knowing how to hate, it is taught.

Vince Suzadail Jr.

Date: 10/1/2013 4:20:00 PM

Bigotry is bigotry and too many attempt to justify it. It is a TAUGHT trait. Hatred is an acid. It will eventually destroy the vessel that holds it. I am certain our government fuels the fires of bigotry to keep the people from uniting and finding out just how corrupt it really is.

Allan Koven
Date: 10/1/2013 4:51:00 PM

True, Our government like all others has its share of prejudiced people. We the people must employ the constitution and put into effect those words which states that all men are created equal. We are the caretakers of this great nation and must be vigilant to protect the freedoms we cherish.