Some people are just ignorant their souls bereft of light
On others they cast aspersions and see it as their right
On Nationality and colour to draw the racial line
Like this person not one of us and this one suits us fine.

By racist politicians and biased journalists these people are led
And amongst like minded people their phobias they spread
And they vote for the hard hearted those who best serve their cause
Those who cause hardship to many by implementing partial laws.

Some people are just ignorant and to them ignorance is bliss
What we do unto others we do unto ourselves that point they seem to miss
And many who are racist even have the cheek to say
That they are quite fair minded and believe in fair play.

Some people are just ignorant and difference they fear
Your culture is different to ours we do not want you here
And four decades back when I was young it seems sad to recall
That we were nearer in those days to a 'fair go for all'.

Francis Duggan

http://www.poemhunter.com/poem/some-people-are-just-ignorant/