Journal

They were sick and tired of inequality and lies So they came together and decided to rise It was time for change and it didn’t come right away So that the future generation would have a better day They risked their lives to fight Jim Crow So hanging from a noose was the route I didn’t have to go Brown vs. Board for a better education So in 2008 Obama could lead the nation They taught me I could proud of my skin And didn’t have to be like my people in Gone with the Wind The preached, marched, and showed incredible bravery That they unfortunately did not have during the days of slavery The Civil Rights Movement is still important today Because races issues still exist even today But they made easier for me so I would not have to see Much of the horror caused by this country So I would like to thank all who stood up for human dignity and rights That I would be able to reach new heights.