They kneel in protest
as a show of unity and strength
against injustice
Yet they do not realize
that dropping to their knees
is a sign of capitulation
A manifestation of weakness
and surrender to a
higher power
Humankind’s momentous achievements,
justice and freedom,
prosperity and health
occurred only when we rose to our feet,
stood erect, back as straight as a giant oak,
head held high, eyes focused skyward
Then and only then did we defeat disease,
ease hunger pains,
build the towers of concrete and steel
that point to the stars,
monuments to courage and vision,
our gaze locked on the future
Drop to your knees
and you become a symbol
of sacrifice and suffering
But when we stand tall,
defiant and unwavering,
we become like mythical gods
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