What I Really Want
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My grandparents came filled with hope. They were not embraced, they were maligned by the prejudices perceived of Sicilian people. They held fast to a dream despite the cruelty and hardship they faced,taking menial jobs, with menial wages; and with great pride and dignity, rose above the rancor, to become prosperous citizens, who were respected in their community.
I want to see the America, my grandparents saw;
The promise of freedom, and justice for all.
Where to be an American, a privilege, from "sea to shining sea",
They left us a gift, to protect, our priceless legacy.
Where constitutional laws were created; intended to be upheld,
Not amended, for an egregious agenda.
Where freedom of speech, was once our natural born right,
Assembling in peace, without fury or fight.
Where facts in journalism are restored,
And politicians don't ignore, the voices of "We the People."
Where a kaleidoscope of cultures, a human tapestry,
Now, hangs in the balance, of fragility.
Where history is not in the shadows of disgrace,
It is the key to our future, to move forward and embrace.
Where the anthem of our nation, brings us to our feet,
And our pledge of allegiance, we all repeat.
I want to see the America, my grandparents left behind,
Where again, there is opportunity to find,
"Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness."
For "What You Really Want" poetry contest.
Sponsored by: Richard Lamoureux
March 23, 2021 - C
Placed 2nd in contest
Copyright © Paulette Calasibetta | Year Posted 2021
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