I wonder who they are?

I was told to keep quiet,
As if it was everyone’s right,
I was made to speak up,
Then they attempted to shut me up,
When I remained aloof,
They labelled me a spoof,
When I grew close,
I heard their distant echoes,
One day they came back,
Another day they just turned their back,
 I love them for what they are,
Would never forget the way they care,
I won’t speak a word,
Even if they poke a sword,
I would silently weep,
Yet I have no secrets to keep!!!!