Time has passed
So little changed
You raised the call
In freedom’s name
That call rings still
It guides our path
It gives us strength
Against the wrath
Of those who would
Seek to enslave
The truth and rights
All people crave
They took your life
But could not see
The blood they shed
Fed liberty
You are alive
Inside our heart
We pledge to you
To do our part
The task is ours
To lead by choice
Fight for the weak
And give them voice
We must shout out
And lift our hands
Again it’s time
To take a stand
Honor and courage
Must win the day
We owe you this
My brother José
This poem is dedicated to two of my heroes, men who were not afraid to stand against tyrany, men who loved liberty. These two great men, their writings and sacrifices have inspired my own walk. In Loving memory, Rest in Peace José Martí of Cuba (José Julián Martí Pérez January 28, 1853–May 19, 1895) and Dr. José Rizal of the Philippines (Dr. José Protasio Rizal Mercado y Alonso Realonda June 19, 1861 – December 30, 1896)
And give them voice
We must shout out
And lift our hands
Again it’s time
To take a stand
Honor and courage
Must win the day
We owe you this
My brother José
This poem is dedicated to two of my heroes, men who were not afraid to stand against tyrany, men who loved liberty. These two great men, their writings and sacrifices have inspired my own walk. In Loving memory, Rest in Peace José Martí of Cuba (José Julián Martí Pérez January 28, 1853–May 19, 1895) and Dr. José Rizal of the Philippines (Dr. José Protasio Rizal Mercado y Alonso Realonda June 19, 1861 – December 30, 1896)
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