Then that is freedom

 Then that is freedom

When the political elite don't fear being questioned 

And can defend their actions with truth or reason

    Then that is freedom    

When the farmer does not have to plead to live

And the hand that reaches out, is not to take but to give 

  Then that is freedom  

When every individual has a right to his God

And religion expresses love, but does not champion god

    Then that is freedom   

When creed and the colour on skin

Does not bleed the mind to differ in

    Then that is freedom    

When everyone has a right to school and study

And no  child or adult-ever cries hungry

    Then that is freedom    

When the water and air is not poisoned

And laughter is not masked or hidden

     Then that is freedom      

 

When livelihood  can depend on Government

Not choked in taxes and archaic law enforcement

  Then that is freedom    

When the elderly can still pursue happiness 

Not wait for death in dark silence 

    Then that is freedom    

When science is for healing and the means to joy

And the sword and gun is an outdated comic's toy

    Then that is freedom    

When the flag is folded and the anthem has been sung

When it still sings true, in hope, with every new day begun

    Then that is freedom