Liberal Tears

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Like those
when
Jesus wept—
not weak felt,
but love kept.

Tears shed
for lands
shattered,
for hearts
overburdened,
for hands
overworked.

Tears fall
when justice
fails,
when truth
strays,
when kindness
withers
away.

Tears stream
to nourish
our scorched earth,
with hope—
that she
may once again
flourish,
bringing forth
the fruits
of the spirit.

I am
unashamed
for shedding
liberal
tears.