Why must our children
Tremble
As they walk our streets
On their way to school?

Why is it
That nine-year olds
Fear
Being mugged?

Why is it
That those who have gone before them
Have not survived
Into adult hood?

Why is it
That knives
Made for cutting food
Are cutting short our children’s future

What have done to create this mess?

My anger rises
Tears rush to my eyes
What have we done!

And what will we do

TO PUT THIS RIGHT!