Stand Up for Democracy

Stand up for democracy--

For true democracy, I mean,

And NOT for what is being spread

By the far-right propaganda machine.

 

Stand up for the rights of voters--

For rights that make democracy strong.

Ignore the cries of voter fraud

From folks who try to string you along.

 

Stand up for integrity

And truth, and do not give the nod

To efforts of many folks on the Right

Who are committing election fraud.

 

Stand up for the rule of law.

Accountability is key.

No one should be carrying a card

That reads Get Out of Jail Free.

 

Stand up for a compassionate nation--

One that can learn from past mistakes.

When it approaches danger it knows

How to swerve and apply the brakes.

 

Stand up for responsible

Behavior. May everybody strive

To work conscientiously

With others to make democracy thrive.

 

-by Bob B (1-18-22)