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He Said, She Said

A can of worms has opened up And so much slithered out That every accusation now Contains a seed of doubt. A leer, a touch, a grope, a rape, All met with a denial, Including those kept secret for Much longer than a while. The lawyers pounce; the tabloids print The sordid tales, supposing That those in power had much more Than egos for exposing. And so we listen as each day The accusations mount Which soon enough will be much more Than we can even count.

Copyright © | Year Posted 2017




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Date: 12/19/2017 11:19:00 AM
All these years both have been silent. One in fear, one to prevent. The light of day is now revealing. What's kept one gender under the glass ceiling.
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Date: 11/14/2017 10:00:00 AM
Dear Ilene: Enjoyed the expressions. Leon
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Date: 11/13/2017 5:26:00 PM
Very well written as usual. I wondered when someone would tackle this "New" thing that is happening. Unfortunately after so many it starts sounding like a bandwagon sort of thing. An unpopular sentiment I suppose, but oh well.....great write though!!.......Pat
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Date: 11/12/2017 8:04:00 PM
Yep, that is how it goes. I love the way you tell these tales with such precise meter, Ilene.
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Date: 11/12/2017 4:33:00 PM
At last! Perverse power exposed. Hopefully it will put an end to that peculiar pestilence Ilene. Well said.
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Date: 11/12/2017 2:54:00 PM
So right,dear. I've been following these stories. what is done in secret is not being revealed. It hurts when you see people you thought were amazing being exposed...
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Date: 11/12/2017 11:59:00 AM
What a sad world we live in for so many reasons Ilene:-( Sadly the names get into the press and they are dragged through the mud and get trial through the media before its even been to court. I try to stay away from reading the press:-(hugs Jan xx
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Date: 11/12/2017 9:30:00 AM
Such a sharp pen Ilene, your sword is gold.
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