years ago i wrote this out of mourning for Oscar Grant and disdain of the justice system
today I repost out of mourning for Travon Martin and disdain of the justice system
What is it worth?
A fraction of yours
The law reminded us that
JUSTICE IS NOT SERVED.
Power remains with the few
The many remain oppressed.
When injustice is weighed and dealt out
the people have the right to tip the balance.
When
FAIR
is taken from those that deserve it
They have the
RIGHT
to take it back.
What is it worth?
A fraction of yours.
A bit more than the dirt on the floor
But
Far less than that of a dog
That is what they told my:
Nephew
Cousin
Brother
Son
Uncle
Co-worker
Classmate
Husband
Father
ME
what my life was worth.
© Christopher F. Brown 2010
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