First they came for the Socialists, and I did not speak out—
Because I was not a Socialist.

Then they came for the Trade Unionists, and I did not speak out— 
Because I was not a Trade Unionist.

Then they came for the Jews, and I did not speak out— 
Because I was not a Jew.

Then they came for me—and there was no one left to speak for me.

Pastor Martin Niemoller

I think today, we could say something like this...

First they came for Native Americans and I said nothing. 

Then they came for African Americans and I said nothing. 

Then they came for the babies of the poor and I said nothing. 

When I finally did say something I was attacked, ridiculed and treated in a hostile manner...so I became silent again. 

I'm so ashamed.