Equality and Respect

Cheers to the athletes who have joined the protest.

To kneel before God shows respect

It’s deference a King might expect

Give me a reason

Some think it treason

For athletes who wish to genuflect.

One kneels to show deep reverence

It’s respectful and shows deference

When done before God.

So I think it odd

It’s defiance at sporting events.

And on the other side of the world another oppressed group has been granted a small step toward equality.  I hope it’s a real one and not just a why-not-it-won’t-matter-much-anyway decision.

For the Saudi Arabian female

Driving won’t land them in jail

Is it a step forward?

For soon, I have heard

Driverless cars go on sale.