Today, June 7 2020
Today, June 7 2020
Thoughts of: Miracle Man
Protesters for social justice are advocating,
many believing, “the end justifies the means”.
While in their effort, all police, they’re berating,
who stand behind shields, and tear gas screens.
There is nothing peaceful about using force,
there’s no safety in numbers, crowds expose the beast.
Looting and burning they appear to endorse,
while martyring the name of the one deceased.
In an “eye for an eye”, where is social justice found?
I don’t mean to sound insensitive or burst your bubble.
But violence or revenge aren’t steps to common ground,
and the media seems engrossed in prolonging trouble.
We plant a tree, knowing we will never sit in its shade,
but hoping those who come later might have the opportunity.
Tom
Copyright © Tom Wright | Year Posted 2020
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