Friday, June 19, 2020

Where Are You Doctor Manhattan When We Need You?

Where Are You Doctor Manhattan When We Need You?
by: Tyler Ross

I wish Doctor Manhattan were real.
There’s a rage I feel 
toward everyone with 
powerful privileged lips sealed, 
while another person of color killed.
By the hands sworn to protect.
Instead you put a knee to his neck?
Last time I checked,
no life is yours to take.
Your bed you’re deciding to make?
Before you think to do.
I’d choose 
Life
or you’re screwed.
Be better or you’ll lose.
His hand is the fire.
Your next negative action is the fuse.
Time for a changin’
so spread the news
or he’s coming for each 
and every one of you.
 I will fight 
for them all.
Since those 
in power hardly make the right call.
So its got me daydreaming,
because at least 
in this world,
no more 
have to fall.
And lose out on life.
In reality I’m screaming!
Let’s stand the fuck up 
and keep black lives 
breathing.

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