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Only the Sound

A lot of talk goes around, All about this or that. And is only the sound, Of bold Yakety Yak. Politicians confound, Wear imposter hats. Flared tensions abound. Subvert the facts. Chicago's burning down. Pour on more gas. Discord Surrounds. Raising the tax. A lot of talk goes around, All about this or that. And is only the sound, Of more Yakety Yak.

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Panagiota Romios

Date: 4/27/2023 2:23:00 PM

RJ~ being from Chicago, discord and a soaring murder rare are so sad, I left there in the Sixties. Yakegy Yak..lol..I liked your poem, and I have friends on the West Side who womt leave their homes. I grew up when Chicago was sane, I get sad to recall those older days, I pray Chicago will be sane again. Pangie

R J. Elless
Date: 4/28/2023 1:35:00 PM

Thank You. It is sad to see, a total dumpster fire. Murder is business in many of our city's. Corruption is rampant. Almost like the wild west. Have a great day Pangie.xo

Melissa Herod

Date: 4/25/2023 10:48:00 AM

Excellent poem, R.J.! You make a profound point using very ingenious rhyme. Great job!

R J. Elless
Date: 4/25/2023 11:52:00 AM

Thank You Melissa. Very kind of you . I appreciate it. So happy you enjoyed it. Have a great Day.