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Feb 2019
One thing for sure that we all know?
In all states, we have boys trying to be men.
But far from the role of a man.

Their resolution to a conflict deals with guns.
Then talking "big boy" stuff like they rough and tough.
Until they appear before judges and find something more.

Yes, a conviction.
Handed down by the judge of twelve people going by evidence to convict them.

Then, while locked up behind bars.
Now, they want to be a good son.
Seeking to challenge that verdict that placed them in prison.

But let's remember they were boys trying to be men.
While never understand?
A gun doesn't make you a man any more than saying it.
While you still a teen?

Now you lost a chance at all your dreams.
jeffrey conyers
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jeffrey conyers  united states
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   Henry Akeru
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