Self Defence
‘Self-defence’ is the mantra that’s cited,
These days, for acts of aggression that’re launched,
So unwonted threats to free trade may be staunched
And economies saved from being blighted.
Or as a response to atrocity,
Fully justifying, or so it’s claimed
Greater atrocities, counting the maimed
And the dead as an acceptable fee.
Then left right march in solidarity
With whichever cause, with judgment’s suspense
Is deemed to be acting in self-defence,
By those whose partial view lacks clarity.
Best self-defence, for a good life and health?
Transcend borders, choose a world commonwealth.
D. A.