To Be Woke
If to be “woke” means to be aware
To have knowledge of hidden truths,
Then we have little reason to beware
For truth becomes our brightest youths.
I know now how little I was informed
[if to be “woke” means to be aware]
About the role of Blacks in our history
And their subjugation, now I must care.
Not responsible for what wasn’t fair,
I need to understand the minority angst,
If to be “woke” means to be aware --
Teaching the truth is reason for thanks.
I grew up under “separate—but equal”
So, we were never taught to share,
I’m beginning to understand the sequel
If to be “woke” means to be aware!
Written July 18, 2022
Copyright © L Milton Hankins | Year Posted 2022
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