Notes About The Poem

This is a parody because I have an unpopular stance on Covid vaccines. But I have my reasons!!

Here is some very valuable and current information coming from the MDPI (based in Switzerland), which has no "interests" in Big Pharma and consists of peer-reviewed data and their conclusions about the true effectiveness of Covid vaccinations (in case anybody cares to read something different from the USA media's propaganda)

https://www.mdpi.com/2076-393X/9/7/693/htm?fbclid=IwAR1hHXEkLaJinPs4Nm-aKP2EGLiK-CVWOU98oq-PRMcgEG2-9BnOF9vIXGA

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Devil's Advocate

Step up and get your Covid jab. Hey, hey!
The devil’s advocate I play today.
The vax is still on trial? Don’t let that sway
your mind against it. Covid we must slay!
A waiver you must sign. Don’t let that weigh
upon your mind. Come on! You’ll be okay.
So what if you feel sick for a full day?
It’s for the common good, Comrade José !
Fatalities are rare. That should allay
your fears despite the areas all grey!
World leaders know what’s best. They won’t betray
your trust in them. Their words you must obey.

And vax your pre-teen too. It’s child play
despite his being safe from Covid anyway!
You’ll get a nice certificate you can display,
and safe from the Pandemic you will stay.
Don’t listen to “flat earthers.” They’re cray cray.
For sure, don’t listen to your gut. That’s so cliché!
Big Pharma never would on people prey
Hear what Fauci’s science has to say!
The vaccine’s GOOD for you, so don’t delay.
Meet Biden’s deadline. Get free donuts. Hurrah!

June 28, 2021
for the Let Er Rip #3 Poetry Contest of John Lawless
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Lawless Avatar
July 11, 2021 at 1:08 PM
So, Andrea, as i read several entries in the contest that spoke to and of both sides of the Covid vaccine conspiracies I had to lay aside my own beliefs and evaluate them on poetics and creativity. The flow, meter, and rhyme of this one made it easy to read and consider. Thanks for participating in the contest
Balasubramanian Avatar
July 11, 2021 at 11:33 AM
Net has no mention of it. Media is biased. Wish I had more proof especially about covishield used in India. Hard to convince family who don't want you to die of covid.
Balasubramanian Avatar
July 11, 2021 at 11:15 AM
Thanks for the link above. I have been suffering from side effects since my first vaccine dose, family wants me to take second. Now I will show that link to them. Congratulations on your well deserved win
Dietrich Avatar
July 11, 2021 at 11:25 AM
OMG, Rama, please please do not get the second one. People have actually died, but you rarely hear of it in the news. Everyone's body is different. Take care!!
Kauffman Avatar
July 11, 2021 at 9:23 AM
Congratulations on your win Andrea. Knowing some of your history with "big pharma" I understand your point of view eloquently expressed.
Haight Avatar
July 11, 2021 at 8:53 AM
Wonderfully written, Andrea, and congrats on your placement! I am with you 100% on this one! Hugs, Sandrfa
Alex Avatar
July 11, 2021 at 7:44 AM
Well written. Congratulations!
Jayasankar Avatar
June 29, 2021 at 10:43 AM
I totally understand what you are saying my friend.... I can only hope and pray for the BEST... Hugs... ~ Ani
Dietrich Avatar
June 30, 2021 at 10:57 PM
Thanks, Anitha, for understanding where I am coming from.
DiMino Avatar
June 29, 2021 at 7:52 AM
Absolutly! At the least, people should be allowed to make-up one's own mind, as to whether this is truly beneficial or just another brand of Kool-Aid. I am not conviced that it is needed or helpful. Certainly children, I think, are better off without it. Myself, I will wait.
Dietrich Avatar
June 30, 2021 at 10:56 PM
for sure, leave the kids alone. they do not even die from covid and yet we masked them for a year. Simply disgusting
Daniel Avatar
June 29, 2021 at 2:09 AM
I like this one, Andrea, and I agree with your point of view about this deadly vaccine:)
Dietrich Avatar
June 30, 2021 at 10:57 PM
thanks, JO.
Buhagiar Avatar
June 29, 2021 at 1:19 AM
I had my two jabs long ago. Never felt any ill effects. But then not everyone is the same. But heed Andrea's advice. Hugs.
Dietrich Avatar
June 29, 2021 at 6:31 AM
thanks, Victor. Many are doing ok but some are now in deep regret.
Puddifoot Avatar
June 28, 2021 at 3:21 PM
lol very good andrea.:) but don't get me started on this vaccine lunacy!
Dietrich Avatar
June 28, 2021 at 5:14 PM
don't worry. I won't get ya started.
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