Ode To Intellectual Honesty

I was born in some troubling times, And bred to work hard and not whine. Like now, people didn't always behave As they should, but there was never a Question about where everyone stood. But I am seriously saddened these days Because there are too many foundational Ways of life disappearing fast or already Departed. I fear that they rather not return. I was taught the ten commandments in School and in school, I learned the golden rule. Articulation was a major key and coveted tool. We learned to debate and retain good attitudes. Lincoln's cherry tree story taught us about honesty. Our homes, churches, and state taught us about integrity. Among such colossal treasures, there stood one, Intellectual Honesty, which is presently a rarity. Have you seen her? Do you not miss her too? I look hard and long for such treasures in today's Great debates and discussions. She's very seriously Lacking in our halls of academia and governance. But instead, I find Intellectual Dishonesty in hostile Conversations. Too few even bother about whether Something is right or true, but rather, 'Did it go 'viral'? Back when and where I used to roam, she stood tall And firm; not considered by anyone an endangered Species. But currently, there is much concern. 022223PS