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I was born in some troubling times,
And bred to work hard and not whine.
Like now, people didn't always behave

As they should, but there was never a
Question about where everyone stood.
But I am seriously saddened these days

Because there are too many foundational
Ways of life disappearing fast or already
Departed. I fear that they rather not return.

I was taught the ten commandments in
School and in school, I learned the golden rule.
Articulation was a major key and coveted tool.

We learned to debate and retain good attitudes.
Lincoln's cherry tree story taught us about honesty.
Our homes, churches, and state taught us about integrity.

Among such colossal treasures, there stood one,
Intellectual Honesty, which is presently a rarity.
Have you seen her? Do you not miss her too?

I look hard and long for such treasures in today's
Great debates and discussions. She's very seriously
Lacking in our halls of academia and governance.

But instead, I find Intellectual Dishonesty in hostile
Conversations. Too few even bother about whether 
Something is right or true, but rather, 'Did it go 'viral'?


Back when and where I used to roam, she stood tall
And firm; not considered by anyone an endangered
Species. But currently, there is much concern.

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