Before they ever came for any of them
I was screaming at the gate
Before they took the first immigrant
I was bellowing in the street
Before they re-elected the tyrant
I was warning them like a siren blaring through the night
and now that all our days are full of danger and plight
Know that I stood up, I screamed, I warned, and fought
PLEASE, Dear God...don't let it all be for nought.
© 2026
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Sai Marie Johnson
A multi-genre author, poet, creative&creator. Resident of Oregon; where the flora, fauna, action & adventure that bred the Pioneer Spirit inspire, "Tantalizing, titillating and temptingly twisted" tales.
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