Maggots

Wars are caused by politicians Who then cower at the rear: Wars are fought by soldiers from Patriotism, duty, or plain fear Of the consrequences if They just refused to go. If they all had the courage To just stand and say no, To be made examples of, To be imprisoned or worse Or the many other threats They would use to coerce, Would those same politicians Go fight their own fight Or would they rather talk to Peacefully put things right. They speak their fine words That most despicable brood Then prepare to fight to the Last drop of another’s blood.. Our heads should hang in shame For allowing ourselves to be led By that breed of maggots who Feed on the remains of our dead. Every man and woman is fallible But that is no excuse For any Politician’s cynical Open disregard and abuse. Power without responsibilty is Currrently what it’s all about: The Law should be updated to Bring past Leaders to full account.