You can’t give up.
It would be scandalous
The message you give out
From such an action
To those who are your nemeses
You cannot let them win.
I have watched you in action
You have charisma
You look good when you present
So what if those mindless mouths
Give you a hard time.
We can never allow
Others to dictate our behaviours.
If you let them win
What is that saying?
Ignorance is bliss?
Stand up for what you believe
Is right and proper.
It will be painful
But the rewards overwhelm
Any naysayers actions.
Written for: http://pookypoetry.wordpress.com/2014/06/23/poetry-prompt-54-hope/
Morpethroad 
I really like this one. it corresponds deeply with sentiments I expressed to someone in my life who is at a similar point. Your poem is a really powerful call to action.
Thanks Suzanne I am glad you have connected. Thanks for your lovely comment.
This is perfect, very rousing and inspiring, just what is needed at a certain moment x
Thank you Pooky. I appreciate your comment.
Thank you. I just woke up, and after the difficult night I had, I needed this. God bless you.
Thank you it pleases me to know you found some value in my poem. Thank you again.
A powerful message Michael, to stand up for what we believe in..I can relate to this very much right now as you know.
Thank you Jenny, glad you found something in it for yourself.
Your writing always seems to hold the wisdom I need to hear. Thank you, Michael.
My pleasure Mandy, thank you for reading I am pleased my words connect with you.
Sometimes it is hard to stand up to the naysayers. But we must, or nothing will be accomplished. Just hope you’re on my side when I do. Well done Michael.
Thanks Jackie I’ll be there waving my supporters flag for you.
AMEN!
Thank you RoSy I can see you are on a word economy drive today.
Not only beautiful written but also a beautiful message your sending Mr. Tommy.