Insurrection

There once was a king who told lies, 
like a moth chasing gaslight they rise, 
ever drawn to the flame, 
unaffected by shame, 
true democracy labors and sighs.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2021

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Logan Avatar
January 14, 2021 at 1:38 AM
and more's the pity they created such chaos. I agree with you, David.
Allison Avatar
January 12, 2021 at 4:54 AM
well penned David!!:-) hugs jan xx
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