The Youthful Tide: A Call to Action
Mawphniang Napoleon 1993 (Ri Bhoi)
In a world so complex and diverse,
Where the future's uncertain course is unclear,
The youth rise up to take the reins,
In search of a brighter, fairer future, they've deemed.
From India's fight for independence,
To the Arab Spring and Hong Kong's defense,
These young activists voice their discontent,
With courage and hope, their cause they augment.
In a world that often feels so unjust,
The power of youth cannot be hushed.
They fight for rights, for equality, for peace,
For a world that's more fair and more release.
With movements like #MeToo and Sunrise,
They prove that the future is theirs to realize.
In a world where many just sit and wait,
The youth choose to act and determine their fate.
With their passion and drive, they light the way,
To a brighter future for all, come what may.
Their involvement in politics is a must,
For a world that's better, fairer, and just.
For though our youth may seem a fragile force,
With youthful ideals and passionate zeal,
They hold the power to shape our course,
And bring about the change that we feel.
And though the path ahead may be rough,
With obstacles that may try to block,
Our youthful minds can be enough,
To overcome and break through the rock.
So let us learn from our young leaders,
And heed their voices with humble pride,
For they are not just fleeting bleachers,
But instead, they are the future’s tide.
And may we all work together, hand in hand,
To create a brighter world for all mankind.
In the realm of politics, where laws are wrought,
And power is wielded with subtle might,
The youth, with their passion and spirit sought,
Are often seen as a mere delight,
Ignored by the leaders who rule the land,
Consigned to the sidelines, deemed too young to fight.
Yet history has proven this notion wrong,
For it was the young who marched in the streets,
Who toppled the tyrants and sang their song,
Who brought the regimes to their weary feet,
For they possessed the fervor of youth,
An unrelenting spirit that refused to be meek.
From Tiananmen Square to the Arab Spring,
The youth have arisen, a powerful tide,
Demanding change, with their voices ringing,
A call for democracy, justice, and pride,
For they know the future rests in their hands,
And it is time for the old to step aside.
But still, the elders resist, with disdain,
For the youth, with their idealism pure,
For they see them as lacking the will to gain,
The experience to rule, the wisdom to endure,
For they are blinded by their own fears,
And the truth that the future is theirs.
But the youth are not without their own flaws,
For they are impulsive, and quick to judge,
Lacking the patience to wait and pause,
Hastily making decisions, their motives unclear,
For they are still learning, still growing, still raw,
And they need guidance, direction, and sincere.
Thus, it is up to the youth and the old,
To work together, to bridge the divide,
To help each other, to listen and hold,
Each other's hand, as they strive side by side,
For a better tomorrow, for a brighter future,
For a world that is free from hate and torture.
For the youth have the energy, and the will,
To bring about change, to make a difference,
While the old have the experience, the skill,
To steer the course, and provide guidance and support,
For together, they can conquer all ills,
And create a world that is just, fair, and sought.
So let the youth rise, let their voices be heard,
For they are the future, they are the key,
To unlock the door, to find a new word,
A world of hope, a world of prosperity,
For they are the ones who will shape the land,
The ones who will mold the destiny.
Thus, the youth and the old must come together,
To form a coalition, a bond of trust,
To face the challenges, to weather the weather,
To create a world that is just, that is just,
For the future rests in their hands,
And it is time for the youth and the old to thrust.
In this grand endeavor, they must not falter,
For the stakes are high, the risks are real,
For the future is theirs, and they must alter,
The course of history, and make a deal,
With themselves, to strive for the greater good,
And to leave a legacy that is understood.
For the youth have a voice, a voice so loud,
A voice that can be heard, that can unite,
And with their courage, their passion, and proud,
They can make a difference, and shed light,
On the issues that matter, that need to be solved,
And to find solutions that can be absolved.
And the old must listen, must understand,
The urgency of the youth, their call to arms,
For they have a wealth of knowledge and wisdom,
That can be used, that can protect and preserve,
The values and traditions that they hold dear,
And to help the youth navigate through their fears.
For the youth are the ones who will shape the world,
With their energy, their creativity, and their drive,
And the old must support, must encourage, unfurled,
Their wings, and let them soar, and strive,
For a brighter future, for a better tomorrow,
For a world that is filled with peace and with no sorrow.
In conclusion, the youth and the old,
Are two sides of the same coin, interlinked,
And together, they can make history unfold,
With their vision, their courage, and their strength,
For they are the ones who will shape the world,
And create a future that is bright, that is bold.
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About this poem
The poem highlights the importance of the youth in shaping the future of the world. It portrays the youth as a force to be reckoned with, who possess the courage and hope to bring about change in society. The poem also touches on the fact that the youth are often ignored by the ruling class, who see them as inexperienced and incapable of making significant contributions. However, history has shown that the youth have the passion and spirit to challenge the status quo and bring about change. The poem emphasizes the need for the youth and the older generation to work together to create a better future for all mankind. It suggests that the youth have the energy, passion, and drive to make a difference, while the older generation has the experience and wisdom to guide and support them. The poem concludes by emphasizing the need for the youth and the older generation to come together and create a coalition of trust and cooperation. more »
Written on July 19, 2020
Submitted by Mawphniang.Napoleon on February 12, 2023
Modified on March 05, 2023
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