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the geeks who will invent the future seem unconcerned with the now


 

Democracy

The smart, modern boys
who’ll shepherd satellites
and parent sly AI -

live blocks away and
spend sunny afternoons with
digital zombies.

I talked with one - once,
I think, he mumbled some
strange techno-English.

He was pale and
skittish but attractive
In a shy, goth way.

“Who are you voting
for?” he stared blankly, “for prom
court??” he stared blankly.

“Madison’s nice, I
say", handing him a ballot,
*He checks her name* “Thanks!”
Copyright © | Year Posted 2020

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Gondolf Avatar
October 13, 2020 at 4:09 PM
Speaking of voting...the county sheriff came knocking at my door yesterday wanting to know if the signature on the ballot he had was mine. Seems that someone has already voted for me. Now I must fill out an affidavit have it witnessed and notarized to prove that I am who I am before I can vote. And if I don't do this the illegal ballot will count. Voter fraud is alive and well in Texas...and they say it doesn't happen. Damn.
Vionet Avatar
October 13, 2020 at 4:36 PM
OMG! I hope you straighten THAT out!
Bangalee Avatar
October 13, 2020 at 4:01 AM
let's; enjoy the fundamental rights thru the democratic ballot !- whatever it's beautiful senryu series
Vionet Avatar
October 13, 2020 at 2:59 PM
Thank you =]
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