David D. Horowitz

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Not for Tyrants

Don't say it? I should cower, tremble
Lest power disapprove? Dissemble
For tyrants? No–although I do feel fear–
First guard integrity, not career.

Posted 08/08/13

from Sky Above the Temple (Rose Alley Press, 2012)

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