Our People

Hidden history, hidden truths
of my people not heard for what
For who we are
for what we look like
for where we come from

History of people fighting for
what is right against oppression
against what is considered the norm

I remember the people who gathered
in the streets united in one voice
yelling into the  ears of those who
wanted to keep them down

I remember those who stayed
and stood their ground while they
were ridiculed and beaten

Those who gathered peacefully
were greeted with violence
We all should remember those
who had these struggles
and realize they are not done

Our struggles will not be ended
by an illegal war
by a material object we hold
so dear or a style of fashion

People speaking out together
United for all these people that fought
and still fight for our people
We must keep our people in our hearts

© Ruben Delgado, 2011