War Fervor
by Joe Andriano

    Unaware as ducks crossing the road, in a line,
    oblivious of braking cars
    we walk straight across the concrete
    street of conviction
    toward the safe park.

    I got a whiff of teargas in 1969
    but I've lost the will to march against or for
    I listen to my students argue back & forth
    no blood for oil but troops need our support
    I watch my neighbor put up his flag
    I want a flag, its background black
    its sign, blue-white Earth, full phase.


    © 1992 by Joseph Andriano