We are silenced.
We are shushed.
We are told to stand down, be quiet.
How long do I need to stay quiet for?
I will surely
Burst
Before they tell me I can talk.
While their out there,
Advocating for their rights,
Why can't I advocate for mine?
Even if we are silenced,
Even if we are shushed,
We will still,
Rise up.
And we will speak,
As
Loud
As we need