Speaking out

Hear this passionate,

Anxious cry to

Remedy such

An ancient injustice;

See the good in

Seeking parity,

Mindful of

Everyone’s

Natural right

To dignity and fairness.

For many years I have thought the book The Chalice and the Blade by Riane Eisler should be required high school reading. We have witnessed in the past weeks the beginning of a shift to accountability among those who have long believed they have a natural right to dominate and intimidate half of our society. The cycle of this behavior can be broken. It takes courage and determination. Power is the tool of insecure people. Compassion will ultimately rule.