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In My World

If the day ever came, when I ruled the world I’d think democracy had gone mad Cos the world would be in a sorry state If for a ruler, I was all it had But I’d give it my best, and put to the test There are a few things I would do To put the world right, with all of my might And here are but a few; I’d make everyman free Wipe-out poverty By spreading around the world’s wealth Medical care Would be free everywhere So every person could access good health, I’d insist that each nation Had good education To enable them all to progress And prison time served For despots with the nerve To hold their people under duress, I’d share out all the worlds’ stockpiles of food As I think no-one, should every go hungry For this is just a small glimpse of the world If the day came, it was ruled by me.

Copyright © | Year Posted 2011




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Date: 8/19/2011 2:04:00 PM
We both did one with the same title. Your desires are lofty and what most would like to see for mankind. Verse like this helps one to know you.
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Date: 8/16/2011 4:32:00 PM
Janette I agree with your view of sharing the world and would vote you as the Leader. Love Phyl
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Date: 8/16/2011 2:50:00 PM
Dear Janette, you have such a big heart and I could think of no better way to rule the world. Sharing food, ensuring health care access and good education. Who could ask for a better ruler? You have my vote should you ever run for ruler. This is the type of selfless leadership that is sorely needed in our world today. It's so good to see you posting again. I hope things are going better for you, dear. Love, Carolyn
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