On 11 lessons

On earth he will dieJudged by prejudice chargesMy boy leaves a man. Hugging my baby boyHis life now marked by datesFeelings mean nothing, Stone I sit on rowJury verdict condemns himHis heart I can't reach Innocent he isYet a hog he is called Whose side are you on? No he's a symbolVoice of our communityIt's up to him now... Tears roll, sight cloudedDecisions my heart can't takeMy boy slips away. For years I did stayI cared for your hearth and homeA favor you owe. Out stretched is a handHe stares between the cage barsReach Jefferson reach! For he does not knowHis heart- the beacon of hopeShines bright in dark times.  Give me one last hugLever pulled, shock sets inI've lost you forever Your warmth leaves me quickPlease know all I do from loveEmbrace me, you leave

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