Speak Out Silence Poem by Henry Tong

Silence dwells at both ends
of the language hierarchy.
A soundless bellow can destruct
a bloodcurdling scream.
But those who have been obedient
to dogmatic regime,
Who moan weakly and swallow
tears in horror dream,
Has forgotten the endowed power
that keeps their last esteem:

To Harness Silence,
and Loose its reins,
Let it Gallop,
and Subdue its pains-
For refrain of guilt
must be restrained
And wild cries for crime
must be reigned.

Choose Silence, for the politest protest;
Choose to Speak, for the forceful quest.
Speak Out Silence, and you may admire
the call of justice bellowing in the air.