Lady Liberty: A Shakespearean Sonnet
She stands so tall with her golden torch high
As she paves the way for dreams to take flight
With a glimpse of you most let out a cry
They know their potential has reached full height
But is this truly what She has promised,
A life of equality and freedom?
Questions unanswered, she is dishonest
The oppression that you have escaped from
Remains the same from where you departed.
But you must hold on to the thought of her
For change is bound to come, so get started.
It begins with you and me, I concur.
For she’s not perfect, like metal she rusts
As you are gazing at her copper bust