L Milton Hankins Poet Villanelle

My Homeland Today

All is certainly not well in my homeland today
Divisive elements with destructive intent,
As the middle class is no longer having a say.

Rich and powerful forces getting their way
Seems no one listens to my “two cents,”
All is certainly not well in my homeland today.

I’m feeling as though I’ve no way to sway
What effect has one vote expressing dissent,
As the middle class is no longer having a say.

Looking at our institutions, all is not okay
Word from politicians say not what is meant
All is certainly not well in my homeland today.

Still, I am hopeful for a better future day
Free from news media’s catastrophic event
As the middle class is no longer having a say.

Can it be our cherished Republic is in decay?
We’ve forgotten the message Liberty sent
All is certainly not well in my homeland today
As the middle class is no longer having a say. 

Written June 28, 2022

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Caren Krutsinger July 3, 2022 at 2:06 AM I think this has always been true "Word from politicians say not what is meant" - both parties and the independents. L Milton Hankins July 3, 2022 at 8:49 AM Yep, 'tis true, 'tis true. If it comes from their mouths, I am instantly skeptical.

Maurice Rigoler June 28, 2022 at 6:11 PM A good villanelle, Milton. Simple, clear, and easy to read. You're very good at these kinds of poems. Keep writing them. / Maurice L Milton Hankins June 28, 2022 at 6:37 PM You are too kind, Maurice. But, thank you for the vote of confidence. I appreciate it.

Paulette Calasibetta June 28, 2022 at 1:01 PM You couldn't have been more truthful in this poem. "All is certainly not well in my homeland today".....we are in mire, muck and tragic decay. If only your words could resonate loud and clear, far and wide to awaken those who easily are manipulated and believe our country is fine. :)Paulette L Milton Hankins June 28, 2022 at 1:27 PM Thank you for your thoughtful comment, Paulette. I do believe our country can be restored to right directions with good leadership, but that is the $64,000 question!