Independence Day (a Haibun)
Perhaps our understanding of freedom and independence is skewed by misguided expectations. Our Republic was founded on the principles of freedom under law. The question becomes whose freedom and whose laws. It seems that every time there is a social push for change, the ensuing freedom comes with expectations that everyone will get on board. When that does not happen, then it (our newfound freedom) becomes means of control and forced compliance. Too bad we can’t just enjoy our freedoms without insisting everyone has to see things our way!
Independence Day
Freedom to control others
The way we see fit
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Photo: Dwight L. Roth
Frank Tassone asked us to look at the meaning Independence Day. What does it mean to be free and what are the necessities to remain that way. I believe we live in a country where the word freedom has been hijacked by those who want to control it. If that continues to happen we will no longer have a free society.
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Good one 😎
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Thanks!
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“without insisting everyone has to see things our way” Well said!
I opt out of the political. It ruins the art of poetry for this writer. But that is an unpopular position. Have a good week.
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I sometimes can’t resist! I understand how it can stir up a turmoil inside! You right a very unpopular one these days! Thanks Zander!
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I loved your article. 😇😇
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Thank you so much for reading!
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Reblogged this on Frank J. Tassone and commented:
#Haiku Happenings #10: Dwight Roth’s latest #haibun is the first for my current #haikai challenge!
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Thanks Frank!
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My pleasure, Dwight! Thanks for sharing!
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I appreciate it Frank!
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My pleasure, Dwight! 🙂 Thanks for sharing!
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Forced compliance can become oppressive…we must learn to govern ourselves and treat each other respectfully even though we disagree!
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AMEN! Thanks Lynn!
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Repeat after me… I am an individual… I have a mind of my own… I won’t repeat things other people tell me to say. Very good poem, Dwight! Let freedom ring!
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We are sheep not Panthers!! Thanks Charley!
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You are welcome!
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Perhaps not everyone can be a citizen of the United States or maybe they shouldn’t be, but everyone needs to be treated fairly and humanely not as animals, not having children ripped from their arms so we can play politics and build a wall.
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You have said it very well!
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Thanks Dwight. I feel strongly about it. Peace to you my friend!
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Have a blessed weekend!
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