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I'M No Longer a Deplorable

I’m no longer a deplorable
Somehow become a fascist
At least according to those who claim
That all of us are all the same

Except, that is, the chosen few
Who really know what’s best for you
Spend your money without thanks
Lock up the sober in drunk tanks

Some claim their states are RED or BLUE
Thus, disowning half of you
Yet my mailbox is at full bloat
Beggars pleading for my vote

I dare not raise the flag too high
As passersby, offended, sigh
And wish it hidden out of sight
Its shadowed haven now a blight

I’ve never been deplorable
One time was thought – adorable
I shed a tear at Taps sad drone
For a flag that bravely flies alone


John G. Lawless
©10/2/2022

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Gershon Wolf

Date: 9/6/2022 7:26:00 PM

Deplorability - the key to stability. ~ Speaking Statistically

Michael Tor

Date: 9/4/2022 12:35:00 AM

John your truth stands tall. Some of the Leaders that have led deserve to be in prison for their actions against its citizens. God bless you for standing up and saying it like it is. You got my vote my friend. God bless you and this is a favorite for me. Keep shouting...

P.S. Awtry

Date: 9/3/2022 12:09:00 PM

I think the chosen few would classify me as a deplorable fascist. What a blessing that they are tolerant. I enjoyed your poem. :) ps

Harriet Shea

Date: 9/3/2022 3:42:00 AM

I love this..Tells all.. We must follow our own hearts, and what is good for America..Thank you for sharing John

John Lawless
Date: 9/6/2022 5:16:00 AM

Thanks Harriet, there's a line in an old 70's parody song "We'll use our hearts and hands and if we must we'll use our heads".

I Am Anaya

Date: 9/2/2022 6:10:00 PM

You are still adorable. I think one day we will all be forced to come together and be a whole country, 'till then! ~Anaya

John Lawless
Date: 9/6/2022 5:14:00 AM

The won't build a wall at the border but have built one across the aisles of the House and Senate. Thanks for stopping by Anaya.....