An Advocate's Advice

My brother-in-law keeps egging me on 
"Get active in political races
If you wait too long, your chance will be gone
Politicos hire familiar faces”

Tim always thinks he knows what’s best for me
And he just assumes I’ll take his advice
After all, he’s blessed with a PhD
Knows how to avoid paying market price

Though some pursue careers with great gusto
Following my heart is more important
Political favors I can forego
Pursue no payback;  suffer no torment

If you become the devil’s advocate
You might lose self respect, lickety split
Copyright © | Year Posted 2010

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Dietrich Avatar
April 10, 2011 at 2:09 PM
I see this won in the sonnet contest which I had never checked out for the winners until today. Congrats for your win and it's so true, Diane. I can't see how those types can hold up their heads with self respect!!
Chappell Avatar
November 6, 2010 at 6:40 AM
well done here again my friend nice write duncan
Muzzey Avatar
October 30, 2010 at 8:52 AM
Congratulations on your third place win with this wonderful Sonnet. Caryl
Kendrick Avatar
October 28, 2010 at 4:00 PM
Congratulations on your win..Sara
Brown Avatar
October 27, 2010 at 11:01 AM
Congratulations Diane on your win in John Freeman's Sonnet contest. Love, Carol
K. Avatar
October 27, 2010 at 10:38 AM
Hi Diane and super congrats on your win with this thought-provoking sonnet :)-- nikko :)
Mehta Avatar
October 26, 2010 at 6:19 PM
Congratulations on this well deserved win, Diane
Devonshire Avatar
October 26, 2010 at 6:08 PM
Diane, Congratulations on your big win! Love, Carolyn
Sweetheart Avatar
October 26, 2010 at 5:40 PM
Congrats Diane on your big win in Moses contest with this excellent entry so impressive and well deserved win.. enjoy another victory my friend with luv..
Freeman Avatar
October 26, 2010 at 5:22 PM
They think they know just what is needed, don't they Diane? Some consistent brotherly love would work wonders for this nation. Congratulations, my lady on your near the top and worthy presentation. Agape, Moses
Fraser Avatar
October 10, 2010 at 12:00 PM
As soon as a politician is found to be dealing underhand, they should be sacked. It's as simple as that. Good luck in John's Sonnet contest Diane >> James :)
Neels Avatar
October 10, 2010 at 11:39 AM
Truthfully stated Diane, all the best with your Sonnet in John's contest. You are right with your assumption that Rugby is huge over here. Thanks for your comment ;) take care Wilma
Haick Avatar
October 9, 2010 at 4:42 PM
As you so aptly said, Diane, playing devil's advocate, you do lose your self respect real fast! This should be politics 101 for all...if they cared.. Love, Audrey
Mehta Avatar
October 9, 2010 at 4:26 PM
A nice and apt dedication to John with this sonnet, Diane
Devonshire Avatar
October 9, 2010 at 1:12 PM
You sure did sum up your message well in the last couplet, Diane. I won't play games to win favor with politicians, even when I worked for the state of Florida. Some folks think it's fine to make back-door deals, selling their souls for chunks of change. Powerful statement! Goes to my faves. Love, Carolyn
A   Avatar
October 9, 2010 at 11:51 AM
enjoyed your poem Diane, the best of luck in, John's contest,..p.d.
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