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Demonstrators

 

Once demos held the highest ground;

We marched against an unjust war.

Now what the hell do they march for?

These folks (mostly blokes) like the sound

Of their own voice. What do they say?

Why should we let them have their way?

They talk of choice and being free

But do not know what these words mean.

They disbelieve all we can see

Through face masks and the plastic screen.

Decrying measures to protect

The common good and people’s health,

They’re unconcerned when they infect

The rest of us by careless stealth.

◄ Dead of Night

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Stephen Gospage

Wed 18th Aug 2021 21:40

Thank you to Stephen A. for the like

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Stephen Gospage

Wed 18th Aug 2021 16:21

Leon, you make an important point, and thank you for liking the poem. Yes, the freedom to criticise and demonstrate is a vital part of democracy and I would not dream for one moment of limiting it in any way. In fact, I would defend anyone's right to express views I do not agree with.

This poem gives my personal opinion on people of who demonstrate against covid restrictions, vaccinations etc (including the recent weekend protests against the health pass in France). I think they are wrong and that some (not all) of them are selfish and dishonest. Of course, in liberal democracies people have a perfect right to express all sorts of views. However, I don't have to agree with them and am exercising my right to say so in this poem.

Good discussion and thanks again.

Julie, Nigel, Holden, Keith - thankyou for the likes.

<Deleted User> (30611)

Tue 17th Aug 2021 19:33

It's interesting Stephen that whatever the issue, those demonstrating believe they are right and are doing their best to persuade others to support their cause. If we don't support their cause does it mean they are wrong? Does it mean they are ignorant or unable to recognise the truth i.e. our truth?

BTW I've had my jabs. So I may not agree with the anti-jabbers but I respect their right to choose. And proud to live in a country where freedom can be practised.

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