Words on a Page

Words on a Page

Words on a page
Can soothe or enrage
Frighten or enlighten

Words on a page
Form treaties for peace
Declare war among nations

Words on a page
Express dreams and aspirations
Our fears and frustrations

Words on a page
Can confirm or deny
Create the laws
We say we live by

What are these words on a page?

Words on a page
Declare horror and rage
Perform music and songs
Point out right from wrong

Words on a page
Tell us who to condemn or praise
Can misinform and do harm
Tell outright lies

Words on a page can entertain
Are worth money to some
Others can do without them

Some read words on a page in a book for fun
Many would like to burn most of them

What are these words on a page?