The Prudence of Principles

Upon principles human minds uphold Spring wells of belief in the power Redemption renders in the stronghold Truth defends in every tower Where consciences care To sow seeds justice Dispenses with flair Despite the high price Principles and their disciples exact In circumstances so demanding They jeopardize the pact Dangled and spangled in a commanding Voice which multiplies opportunity Despite the temporary cost Paid and made in the dignity Peace extracts from the toast Which principles plane from rough edges Improving prospects in a project Aimed at metamorphosing pledges Into foundations of hope no folks dare to reject or suspect.