A Tribute to Aly Raisman

What ought we to do with Little Aly Raisman?

I falter on my way to dismissal.

Why must she make a big deal

Out of 12 Jews who died 40 years ago?

Take your gold medal and celebrate!

Why did you honor those 12 Israeli’s?

Why do I care? It was terrible, but it was then.

Must every Jew pause, and check under his bed?

I think not. It is just you and me who must stop.

For not the first time ignorance and hate prevailed.

Will I change into a vigilante for peace,

Or is that the ultimate oxymoron?

Is Aly’s remembrance no more than

A wish the that human spirit survive,

And we not forget?

Maybe Aly had it right?