A Case For Somaliland
by Michael Doyle

Washington held it as a proper expectation
That immigrants would adhere to dedication
That anyone moving into our great nation
Would endeavor to adopt the path of assimilation.

Still, we find that there are familial ties
To their past nation, and without the need for lies
One such nation has risen from the clouds of darkness.
And as a sovereign nation, it escaped from harshness.

Somaliland is independent and holds sovereignty, 
But it needs acknowledgment for its legitimacy.
Said Barre sought to dismantle Somalia's dignity,
Ruling through death and causing an insurgency.

This crude tyranny relied on Marxist-Leninist ideology.
Democratic dissent was disallowed through his cruelty.
Bowing to his Soviet paymasters, in practiced annihilation
Barre's rule brought death and destruction to this nation.

Generations of trauma ended with the regime in 1991.
In a miracle, victory brought consensus, not the gun.
With determination and the vapid will to endure,
Somaliland sought constitutional rule as its cure. 

While the rest of Somalia struggled itself into error,
Somaliland sought order, not warlordism and jihadist terror.
The hand of God was clear and evident in this choice.
Refusing hatred, Somaliland chose, instead, a healing voice.

In a region filled with the atrocities of extremism,
The people of Somaliland, instead, embrace pluralism.
Allowing each person to find their way to God's voice,
As a matter of individual dignity and each soul's free choice.

British respect for the rule of law has wrought decency,
In a region that has expressed a preference for tyranny.
Representative rule is handled by democratic institutions
Within the parameters of law set out in its constitution.

The economy is based on a sound respect for property.
The greatest resource is the love for fostering stability.
Lasting respect and rightful standing, it's known
This peaceful land may just reap what it has sown.

Embracing the ways of America with eyes toward tomorrow,
Brings hope but doesn't completely erase the sorrow.
Somaliland has shown that much is quite possible,
And with support, its continuing success is probable.

(c) September 6, 2025   Michael Doyle
All Rights Reserved