There are boots marching in the streets,
Because congressmen refuse to listen

Found on Pinterest on 10-20-16. Saved from usa-1.tumblr.com.
To their calls and e-mails saying:
“We are worthy of your respect, and
We deserve your attention regarding
Our right to freedom of speech and
Freedom to protest what will destroy,
Our right to the pursuit of happiness.”
“You do not have the right to take from us
What happens to our minds, our bodies,
Our souls, and the needs of our children.
You do not have the right to choose for us
Who we love, or marry, or what religion
We honor, or what needs to be cast away.”
“The hungry deserve to be fed, the disabled
Free to live independently, have access
To guaranteed healthcare, and be treated
With the compassion and dignity they deserve.”
“Women deserve the same rights of men:
Equal pay for the equal work, equal access to
The ladder of success, equal rights
Regarding their own bodies, and the right to expect
Others to treat their bodies and minds with respect.“
“The poor deserve your compassion and help,

found on Pinterest on 11-27-15. Winter along the river-Bald eagles. By Persis Wiers. Wild Wings.
Because someday you may be walking
In their footsteps.
Universal healthcare with guaranteed benefits is a right
For everyone in order to pursue happiness.”
“The sound of boots will continue to slap against
The pavement, and voices will continue to rise
Until you respond to the needs of The People
And remember YOUR mandate to serve, ALL THE PEOPLE.”
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