Stand up

 

Stand up and be counted

acquiesce and a part of one is lost

Be bold and take heart

courage is a noble quality

It rests in the conscience

pure and untainted

Speak out, loud and clear

let those already sold hear

You may be in a minority

but at least you will possess integrity

Fear is destructive and infectious

valour is pure and cleansing

Stand up against those those who are close

your reputation and stature are at stake

Challenge and take issue

never cave in or give way

A voice in the wilderness is clearly heard

a lonely voice but spoken with authority

Stand up, speak out, let them hear

let others be the victims of fear