More nursery rhyme parody mixed with political satire...
Since these are short, I thought I'd post two.
Hark! Hark! The talking heads bark,
the liberals are coming to town.
In designer jeans,
and diamond rings,
and one hoping to wear a crown.
Hark! Hark! They tell a tale.
They say they feel our pain.
But all they want is a corner on power,
so their foolishness can reign.
****
John and John worked up the hill,
but never for the people’s will.
They taxed the worker,
and created the drone,
while they teased the unknowing
with a socialist bone.
You’re cheeky, grinny and open minded… I can always honor that. You are also very talented. So many, from both sides of the political spectrum, are only tolerant and open minded towards those who agree with their ideologies. I am open minded, have a concern for the well being my fellowman and am self dependent… I guess that’s why I am conservative. Return government to its constitutional limitations and get it off my back, out of my house and especially out of my purse. Thanks for the kind comment.
Reviewed by Katy Walsvik (Reader)
Reviewed on August 9, 2004
The poetry is great... the satire is clever... and I'll fight to the death for your right to say it. I'm cheeky, grinny and open-minded.. must be why I'm a Democrat! Carry on, Lori. I don't have to like what you say, but I sure love the way you say it! (grin) katy xox.
Just goes to show that not all Nursery Rhymes are for infants... although you might think we are all still back in the Nursery judging by the ways we adults behave and the values we espouse - as typified, sometimes, by those we put in power. What puzzles me is how these people get so far if they are so divorced from public opinion??!! As an English girl, it heartens me to see that you have as part of your culture and tradition our age-old infant rhymes!! Bobby Shaftoe lives on!! Kate xx
"More Satire" message duly delivered in a graceful way.
When we learn our rights and follow the Constitution (USA), Johns, Bills and Bulls will not drop MANURE on the OVAL OFFICE, and the Congress will comply with the LAW.
A great and satirical take on our ludicrous political leaders ..
Love it Lori
Peter
Reviewed by Ted Sheridan (Reader)
Reviewed on August 9, 2004
Excellent satire. I love these.
Reviewed by Ron (sketchman) Axelson (Reader)
Reviewed on August 9, 2004
You do great satire. Yes we hear all their lies, then when they get their power they don't remember saying that everyone will have health insurance, etc, etc, etc.......
Have a great day counselor.....
I am not American but I too in our Australian political climate can relate to this,this is excellent poem Lori,it's witty and powerful too.
Best wishes
from
kay.
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You’re cheeky, grinny and open minded… I can always honor that. You are also very talented. So many, from both sides of the political spectrum, are only tolerant and open minded towards those who agree with their ideologies. I am open minded, have a concern for the well being my fellowman and am self dependent… I guess that’s why I am conservative. Return government to its constitutional limitations and get it off my back, out of my house and especially out of my purse. Thanks for the kind comment.
Love Tinka
and i agree with ted--i love your satire LOL WELL DONE!
(((HUGS))) and love, karla. :)
Change that consitution and get old Arnie in.
Like the new bio pic..
When we learn our rights and follow the Constitution (USA), Johns, Bills and Bulls will not drop MANURE on the OVAL OFFICE, and the Congress will comply with the LAW.
Keep posting MORE of "More Satire".
I salute You You, Subliem Poet!
Andre Emmanuel Bendavi ben-YEHU
Sandie May Angel :o)
Love it Lori
Peter
Have a great day counselor.....
Best wishes
from
kay.
excellent whimsical satire on the political atmosphere surrounding us ...