These
– Bongiswa Msibi
These that speak of their sacrifice
When sacrifice lies six feet beneath their carpeted floor.
These that speak fire so sweet to hear
But in their chambers adopt that which we abhor.
These that speak for the people,
Who sleep in mansions to those who sleep on the street,
Care not of the people
As they consume currency and manufacture deceit.
We stand and applaud
For these brave and noble speakers
And salute these:
Our honoured nation leaders.
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