Andrew Davis
Miss Smith
Enriched Language Arts 10/ period 3
24, November, 2008
Declaration of Liberty
When freedom is denied to a sentient being, even when freedom has not previously been known, revolutionary circumstances are destined to occur. So it is we, human beings who, having been denied our freedom and having attempted peaceful ulterior motives to achieve what we desire, lead our revolution onto the doorstep of those who have for so long oppressed us.
We see with crystalline clarity the various ways in which we have been mistreated. We acknowledge that our liberty has been infringed on multiple accounts, and we seek rectification for the injustices that have been rendered unto us. Thus we have composed a list of our grievances that there can be no misunderstanding as to the cause of our rebellion.
We have abided by their rules, accepted their dominion, and tolerated their harsh and irrational punitive measures.
We are persecuted when expressing affection for others, when jesting amongst ourselves within the halls, and when assembling together in large numbers.
We have been segregated, athlete from intellectual and idiot from genius.
We have been abused, working like slaves until our very hearts and minds threaten to rip asunder from the terrible pressure that is exerted upon us.
We are judged without trial or jury, sentenced without having committed any crime, and jailed without remorse.
We are being told what to wear, our dress is becoming limited, and our acceptable wardrobe is dwindling continuously.
It is for these purposes that we rebel against our oppressors and choose to peaceably leave the administration that has brought about our discontent. We do this out of a wish to establish just laws, peaceful environments, and lead our own lives. With the support of these purposes, the hearts and minds of all free peoples, and our own determination we the students of Cuyahoga Falls High School do so sign this declaration and declare ourselves liberated!
Miss Smith
Enriched Language Arts 10/ period 3
24, November, 2008
Declaration of Liberty
When freedom is denied to a sentient being, even when freedom has not previously been known, revolutionary circumstances are destined to occur. So it is we, human beings who, having been denied our freedom and having attempted peaceful ulterior motives to achieve what we desire, lead our revolution onto the doorstep of those who have for so long oppressed us.
We see with crystalline clarity the various ways in which we have been mistreated. We acknowledge that our liberty has been infringed on multiple accounts, and we seek rectification for the injustices that have been rendered unto us. Thus we have composed a list of our grievances that there can be no misunderstanding as to the cause of our rebellion.
We have abided by their rules, accepted their dominion, and tolerated their harsh and irrational punitive measures.
We are persecuted when expressing affection for others, when jesting amongst ourselves within the halls, and when assembling together in large numbers.
We have been segregated, athlete from intellectual and idiot from genius.
We have been abused, working like slaves until our very hearts and minds threaten to rip asunder from the terrible pressure that is exerted upon us.
We are judged without trial or jury, sentenced without having committed any crime, and jailed without remorse.
We are being told what to wear, our dress is becoming limited, and our acceptable wardrobe is dwindling continuously.
It is for these purposes that we rebel against our oppressors and choose to peaceably leave the administration that has brought about our discontent. We do this out of a wish to establish just laws, peaceful environments, and lead our own lives. With the support of these purposes, the hearts and minds of all free peoples, and our own determination we the students of Cuyahoga Falls High School do so sign this declaration and declare ourselves liberated!
