All of the others

the power of your thumb

your thumb is a sharp weapon
sharper than a tongue or sword,
your thumb is a fierce fighter
fiercer than Malcolm or King.

your thumb is a decider
deciding who stays or leaves,
your thumb is a brave soldier
fighting for you and others.

your thumb is the exploit of
Mandela, the best revenge,
come back from the bullet rain
your thumb is a license to fight.

your thumb, her thumb, our thumbs dipped
in a sea of unity
is how we will build ourselves
a village less volatile.

Tomide Abdul x Victor Oyedele