I Will Speak

for those who cannot

I am far-removed from the world of suits and ties, from the ones who sign their names into rules, write their voices into history.

But I can speak. I can vote.

The trees cannot speak for themselves and protest miles of palm oil trees or beg for mercy-soils. But, I can.

The children cannot speak of their violent homes or lax educations or drug-filled streets. But, I can speak for them.

The shape our our country, The shifting of our rights, the distribution of wealth up up and away from the poor — there are voices that do not speak.

But I will. I will speak. I will vote and speak.

I will vote.

Christina Ward 💗 is a deep thinker and poet who cares very deeply about the state of her country. She hopes by creating this publication that others will find their voice.