As a Giant Tree

I’m like Fredrick Douglass,

Loyal as that mahogany table,

Where he wrote a powerful letter to the President as a revolutionist.

I’m like Dr. Martin Luther King,

Friendly as a peace label, noticeable as a poster in the Million Man March.

I’m like David Higgins,

Healthy as a guava,

Reliable as the 24-hour gym.

I’m like Nelson Mandela,

Respected as a giant tree,

Standing tall for equality and against Apartheid.

I’m like Huey P. Newton,

Motivating the people in the Black Panther Party.

I’m like Malcolm X,

Timeless, inspirational, and motivating people throughout generations.