The Pledge

Itmay not be the popular trend

Toquote the pledge, hand over heart;

Somebacklash from the “me” generation

Hesitantto be a part of

Somethinglarger than themselves.

Theydodge all symbols of commitment,

Shunninglyrics of allegiance

Witha scowl of vague resentment.

 

Iwas taught to show respect

Andcarry hubris in my stance

Whensymbols of my cherished land

Remindof my inheritance.

 

Thebrave, the fearless patriots

Whogladly gave their all.

Whoheld her battle colors high

Andnever let them fall.

 

Redfor those who shed their blood

Soothers might live free.

White,for virtues unreproached

Andcherished purity.

Blueproclaims our loyalty,

Nothought of sacrilege.

 

Yes,I will stand and raise my hand

Withpride to quote the pledge.