Mr. Recruiter

from War Songs for Peace Keepers by James Avery Fuchs

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Mr. Recruiter, I hear what you say
about battling for freedom and the rights we hold today,
but I'm a veteran already, in a war since I was born,
fighting for survival against an all-powerful force.

See, the first battle fought lasted 18 years
against parents who ruled through iron fists and fear.
While I cowered in a corner, screaming for a savior,
their fists rained down as they cut off my air.

Each day was a war zone, but I wasn't allowed to fight;
only take the beatings rained down every night.
Mr. Recruiter, I know you understand.
I was a prisoner of war in my own land.

Don't tell me of glory. I know the truth of war.
Don't talk of honor. There's no justice in these scars.
Why should I fight for a country that forgot me?
How will more killing and fear bring peace?

You talk about the nation's safety like it's the first priority,
but quality of life should be what we seek.
Safety is a trap designed to subdue.
Guns don't make us safe. Happy people do.

Mr. Recruiter, I hear what you say
about battling for freedom and the rights we hold today,
but I'm a veteran already, in a war since I was born,
and the wars you fight only make more.

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from War Songs for Peace Keepers, released March 24, 2016

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James Avery Fuchs Pennsylvania

James Avery Fuchs is The Gayly Nerd. He is also a poet, public speaker,and author. He works as a resident counselor at a local complex trauma program in Pennsylvania.

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