The Rebel

Was there ever a rebel
  on the inside looking out

By definition he’s outside
  —his legend to shout

The insurgent, his tactic
  playing Russian Roulette

Holding the status quo hostage
  —with fear and regret

(Villanova Pennsylvania: June, 2016)
Copyright © | Year Posted 2018

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