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On Global Reset

I am not convinced a global reset is what we need Or how it might be evinced, considering our creed A selfish world unwilling to seek compromise, though, Is not likely to quickly change the prized status quo Or even consider the perspective of different cultures More likely to gobble up the less elite like vultures The idea of a One World leader is as old as the Greeks Still most “civilized” people refuse to turn their cheeks Most of the world’s population are doing rather well Better if they live in a country like ours, do tell…. THIRD PLACE WINNER Written June 10, 2021 for "Global Reset 21" Poetry Contest sponsored by Joe Maverick

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Caren Krutsinger

Date: 6/11/2021 11:34:00 AM

This is ever so true! "A selfish world unwilling to seek compromise,"

L Milton Hankins
Date: 6/11/2021 11:57:00 AM

I expected someone to rip me a new one, but all of the comments seem to be positive. I had no idea what this "Global Reset 21" is about, frankly. I just winged it.

Edward Ibeh

Date: 6/11/2021 4:19:00 AM

Such a wonderful write, Milt:-) I echo your sentiments. All the best for a win!

L Milton Hankins
Date: 6/11/2021 7:59:00 AM

Thank you so much for your thoughtful response, Edward. I always love hearing from you.

Daniel Turner

Date: 6/11/2021 4:13:00 AM

I am not a fan of global reset. I would lean more toward a moral reset. This is an excellent poem. Milt.

L Milton Hankins
Date: 6/11/2021 8:00:00 AM

Daniel, thanks. I agree with you wholeheartedly that we need a world-wide moral reset!

Gershon Wolf

Date: 6/10/2021 8:01:00 PM

Sure agree with you here, Milt. Globalism has taken a huge hit the last few years.

L Milton Hankins
Date: 6/10/2021 8:22:00 PM

I really didn't have any idea what Joe is looking for, so I just wrote what I was feeling about "globalization." Hope it works.

L Milton Hankins
Date: 6/10/2021 8:05:00 PM

Thanks, Gershon. I just calls 'em as I sees 'em. I appreciate your honest comment.

Joe Dimino

Date: 6/10/2021 7:27:00 PM

For sure, no global reset matters without first a personal reset. Everyone wants to change the world before they change themselves. It will never work that way. Great write my friend -- got me thinking.

L Milton Hankins
Date: 6/10/2021 7:48:00 PM

Thank you, Joe. I appreciated your thoughtful comments, and I hope that my poem will cause others to give some thought to the idea.