Victims of Indifference
We are the victim
of indifference
The masters
of misfortune
and we
demand to know
what right have you
to label us insane
Laugh at our
gutter romance
If it pleases you
Dance on the
tiny graves
Of children
If it pleases you
But tell me this
What right have you
To hang some
Latin name
Outside our door?
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Author:
Neville (
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- Comment from author about the poem: I am gonna let you make your own minds up.... some times tis better that way.. or at least safer....
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Erm, it has not perceived me brain cells, what 'Latin name' it is! Should I think more on it?
it can be anything you so desire... sir..
I didn't know "nutters within" was latin.
Methinks you could be cursing the detatched society members we call government for their superior knowledge of how low we bearing the 'hoi polloi' title live out our existence. A poetic bomb Mr Fawkes?
I believe in freedom of speech, providing there is no intentional hurt by those who read, hear or listen.. I believe in freedom of thought, again.. providing no one is an immediate & direct or eventual victim or casualty of said thought... I do have a problem, or rather resent inappropriate or offensive labeling which often serves to de-value and perpetuate negative stereotypes.. although I do make allowances, in the case of ignorance, occasionally.. that does not mean I endorse or agree with what is said or implied..... Thanks for considering these words of mine DA.. I hope there will eventually be many interpretations forthcoming...... Neville
As the parent of a mentally handicapped and autistic child (now 40 yrs) i know a little about labels and negative stereotypes. Looks like i misinterpreted your piece somewhat for which i apologise.
I do support your strong feelings.
No need to apologise, but I thank you for it anyway.. Neville
I didn't know "nutters within" was latin.
Methinks you could be cursing the detatched society members we call government for their superior knowledge of how low we bearing the 'hoi polloi' title live out our existence. A poetic bomb Mr Fawkes?
Good to read!
Thank you sir and much appreciated.. Neville
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I think maybe my thanks are in order sylviasearcher.. thank you..
You're welcome
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Labels are often meant to be negative where people who have them attached are not seen to "fit in" - - a forceful exposure of labeling and something which I resent too Neville.
Hey.. darn good to hear and many thanks for being such a good sport and literary friend.. tis appreciated I can tell ya..... Neville
That indifference is a strong weapon that those in power apply to those they supposedly work for, but all they want is their own lives in their castles in the clouds and blow the rest of us.
certainly something to ponder.. I think indifference comes in all shapes and sizes and is often unwittingly demonstrated... sometimes I even suspect mock or pseudo indifference... Cheers sir .. Have a great Friday... Neville
From my poem "FANATICISM"
Liberals want it tamed
But that only sends it underground
Emotions cannot be framed
And voices cannot be drowned
I am a staunch believer of Freedom of Speech, and as you stated, so far as it is not violating another.
The way hatred can be diluted is not by labeling it 'politically incorrect', but by letting all express themselves, so that they can be intelligently approached. By shutting them down, it festers underneath and finally explode with devastating results.
I so enjoy these subjects
glad to be of service.... cheers.. N
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