Bridge the Yawning Gulf
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Washington is broken; it couldn't be more divided.
And who suffers because of this us-against-them tribalism?
The American people. Real change is needed
to fix Washington. If only members of Congress
Find common ground and curb
The poisonous bickering and finger pointing.
These complacent politicians seem to be experts
At kicking the can down the road.
If only they cast aside their egos and go to work
For the American people. Success in politics nowadays
Is only possible through the art of compromise.
It's an absolute necessity as far as governing
Through legislative process is concerned.
If only Democrats and Republicans work in tandem
To implement policies and past laws that will help
Lift struggling, low-income families out of poverty.
Real change is crucial. If only they do more
to make healthcare affordable to all.
If only both political parties help pass
immigration reform and reduce gun violence,
hate crimes, and police brutality
America will be a much better, safer place.
It all could be, if and only if
The steadily widening yawning gulf
Between Democrats and Republicans
In Washington is bridged.
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Date written: 03/21/2021: D
Copyright © Edward Ibeh | Year Posted 2021
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