Fade Away

We voted them in and then cussed
They will be voted out in disgust
The arrogant charge
Of the leader at large
Will soon fade away like Pixie dust

© Jul 14 2010 For John’s “Political Woes” contest
Copyright © | Year Posted 2010

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Brown Avatar
July 16, 2010 at 11:01 AM
Congratulations Charles on your win in John Freeman's contest "Political Woes" (Wisdom's Words of Truth). Love, Carol
Fraser Avatar
July 16, 2010 at 8:16 AM
Many congratulations Charles with your joint win in John's fine contest >> James
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July 15, 2010 at 7:35 PM
enjoyed this, congrats on your number 1. Harry
Kendrick Avatar
July 15, 2010 at 4:59 PM
Excellent political write that should be in the winners' circle ...Good luck in the contest...Sara
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July 15, 2010 at 4:47 PM
Well done! So much truth in your words. Congratulations on your first place finish in John's contest. Way to go! Keep that pen flowing. Karen
Sweetheart Avatar
July 15, 2010 at 4:11 PM
Congrats Charles on your first place win in John's contest.. so happy to be sharing first with u and so many other wonderful poets.. with luv..
Taylor Avatar
July 15, 2010 at 3:55 PM
Congrats, Charles. Nice going. Ralph
Freeman Avatar
July 15, 2010 at 3:32 PM
Congratulations Charles on a very valid truth. Congratulations on your Ace,__ Ace. Agape, Moses
Devonshire Avatar
July 15, 2010 at 3:05 PM
So glad to see you in the top spot in the contest, Charles. Congratulations! Love, Carolyn
Sweetheart Avatar
July 14, 2010 at 7:28 PM
Hoping your words come true Charles.. good luck in the contest with this true to life Limerick.. with luv..
Devonshire Avatar
July 14, 2010 at 6:05 PM
Let them fade, Charles! I share your feelings of disgust and will not support incumbents this fall. Love, Carolyn
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