An Ode to Resolute Conviction
An Ode to Resolute Conviction
In realms where honor takes its stand,
An advocate for truth commands,
A major donor dares to decree,
UPenn president must now flee.
For testimony disastrous, unkind,
Resignation sought, it is entwined.
Within the hallowed halls of lore,
A man of faith, a donor swore,
To forfeit a gift most magnanimous,
In protest of words, oh treacherous!
Antisemitism reared its head,
And with conviction, he firmly said.
Oh, president, relinquish your throne,
For the seeds you’ve sown, we must disown.
Your testimony, a blight on this place,
A blemish marred with disgrace.
A promise, unfulfilled, to protect,
Leaving a legacy we shall reject.
The power and weight of a hundred mill,
Hangs in the balance, cold and still.
Will the president yield, fall from grace,
Or stand resolute, leave a permanent trace?
Antisemitism, a battle to be won,
As the major donor’s voice is sung.
Conviction, courage, and dignity,
Crafted this tale for all to see.
A plea for justice, a moral decree,
To rid this realm of bigotry.
UPenn president, heed this warning,
For the donor’s call is now transforming.