Made In China

How broad can bald eagle 
spread wings?
Over Gag and Magog,
to the east,
and the place of morning calm

When she is molting
a spot is unclothed,
New Orleans
in the south
Red China swelling in Asia
with great sway

An occult war
manufacturing frivolity 
Mind control, 
weapons of mass destruction;
a birthday gift 
placed in gullible palms

Buttons are pushed 
away from books 
and noisy playgrounds
Slaves to the control,
mind control
Tomorrow’s men
are made in China
Copyright © | Year Posted 2011

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Devnath  Avatar
September 11, 2011 at 1:30 PM
Thanks for reading my poem and introducing with me. I have read your 'Made in China' and enjoyed it. Nice to meet you, and I say that I will again and again from today. Thanks for your first comment. bl
Fraser Avatar
March 6, 2011 at 6:56 AM
Leaves the reader to ponder ones words Earle. Nice one, have a great Sunday....:)
Mehta Avatar
March 5, 2011 at 6:31 PM
Fine lyrical write with nice expressions, earle
Devonshire Avatar
March 5, 2011 at 5:10 PM
This is so profound, Earle. You always have such depth to your poems. I'm afraid the American eagle tries to spread her wings too far, interfering in other cultures in a very unwelcome way. Those last two lines may push some buttons, but I love it! Best wishes, Carolyn
Falotico Avatar
March 5, 2011 at 8:49 AM
Interesting write you have shared from your thoughts today...
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