I stand and speak my mind
But I am told to
Sit down and shut up
I speak for those who can not
Again I am told to
Sit down and shut up
No
There are people out there
Hurting
Dying
Hungry
I will not ignore them
As so many have
They cry out to me
I have answered them
Now I cry out on their behalf
I have seen their tears
I have heard their children cry in hunger
Because their parents can not feed them
I have seen these people wear the same clothes day after day
Because they have nothing to change into
Yet
You tell me to sit down and shut up
No
Not until these people have shelter
Not until these people have food to eat
Not until these people have clean clothes to weare
I will not sit down
I will not shut up
These people need a voice
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Author:
Tony36 (
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- Published: July 3rd, 2025 09:26
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Comments6
A good write on standing up for what one sees as right, for the weak, for those that can not speak for themselves. A lovely write
Thank you
We shouldn’t have to sit down and shut up .. if we don’t want to and if we only saying our opinion etc
A good writing
Should be allowed to express a opinion without being told to be silent
Thank you
Your words roar with courage and compassion—never stay silent for those who suffer. The world needs more voices like yours, unyielding and fierce in the face of injustice.
Thank you
So relatable Tony and empowering as well. 🕊🙏🏻
Thank you
Most welcome, Tony
They certainly do need a voice Tony.
Andy
Thank you
YES!!!! And we can be the voice for the voiceless, like prophets in the wilderness crying, make the way STRAIGHT for the LORD...which I have always interpreted: clean your act up and start standing up for what's right! Live justly, love MERCY, walk humbly. Simple. Pure. Would be easy if we just didn't stand in our own way. Love everything this poem and you stand for Tony! Keep it coming mate! 🌹👏
Thank you
You are most welcome!
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