Eternal Soul Fire

by Andrew D.K. Hanson

The North American Indian,

once a strong nation...

now a faltering breed.

The elders think we are dying

because of the white man's influences

but I say we are dying

because of our

weaknesses.

The elders disagree.

 

It is the fire inside

which makes you shine brightly.

If you feel the fire

with knowledge

you will always burn.

The elders disagree.

 

They do not listen

to children and woman.

They say a segregated school

will save our young.

I say, having a separate school

is taking a step backwards.

Segregation

is not the answer.

Intergration is.

We need to experience

our ups and downs

as others do.

The elders disagree.

 

Now it is my turn.

How are we to listen

to leaders proven corrupt?

Our leaders started out with a bright fire,

but along the way it went out.

We, the young

have a strong fire

I feel its warmth.

We can make our nations

strong again...

not stronger

or weaker

but equal.

Be proud of what you are.

Be proud of your eternal soul fire.

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