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Blurring the Lines

Living in a bubble where reality is virtual Truth is a blur in a fabricated ritual TV news bursting with political views The rich pay no taxes and the poor pay their dues Guns are the toys that manufacture death Violence the machine to take away your breath The streets are a war zone not fit for walking Some are mentally deranged, their AR15's do the talking It's them against us and you against me There's no compromise in the political sea Gangs in the street, their guns have no pity There's no mercy in bullets in the heart of the city Hate is a commodity traded on wall street The love stock has crashed in agonizing defeat The Capitol's been sacked, and some people gloat And some senators are selling their soul for a vote 2-16-2022

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Date: 3/13/2022 4:20:00 PM
Deeply disturbing times you reflect on Joseph I am finding myself waking from nightmares That are more tame that thus pseudo-reality.? Good on ya for speaking it '
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Date: 2/21/2022 6:11:00 AM
Sad, but true, frank and to the point, agreed with you, Joseph:)
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Date: 2/20/2022 5:40:00 AM
Sadly things will never change though some people may. It is time to wake up and stop counting on the news to report honestly. Very insightful Joeseph. Blessings xxoo
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Date: 2/19/2022 10:28:00 PM
"Hate is a commodity traded on wall street. The love stock has crashed in agonizing defeat." Sad but very true... Powerful words and very well written Joseph. Stay safe ~Anna
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Date: 2/19/2022 3:35:00 PM
Many truths here. Profound and well written, Joseph
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Date: 2/18/2022 8:50:00 AM
I agree with what Brandy said.. your pain a true picture here...
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Date: 2/17/2022 7:37:00 PM
" Truth is a blur" Yes, it always will be, for those that dwell in darkness. Hopefully many will see the light, before it's too late. Well said, my dear friend. Your thoughts touch me so deeply. My best to you. Hugs, Brandy
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Date: 2/17/2022 12:41:00 AM
Oh wow, such as it is, Joseph, We need a messiah, right now, because this sh*t needs sorting, i find so much common sense, within the community, and on here with fine poetry, like this of yours, no doubt this is planned, destroying our history, our culture, keep up the good work my friend, Your poem. A fav for me
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Date: 2/16/2022 2:42:00 PM
Your poem is so true and impactful. Indeed there is dishonesty of intellect. They know it's wrong but still push the false narrative. This can't end well unless voters step forward and effect change.
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Date: 2/16/2022 11:59:00 AM
Your poem paints a dark-grey picture of a reality which does not auger well for the future, Joseph. Time to go back to the drawing board! ~ Regards // paul
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