Pocket Change

Pocket Change

Extra Extra read all about it
How many senators and/or congressman can you name
How many faces do you recognize in the tabloids
and don't you wonder how much their paid
by the lobbiest
I'd say
this should be public information
right in front of our face
maybe it is what do I know
but I'd say they've got it made
our tax money probably little more
than their jingly little pocket change
but who really knows
except those playing the game
and who could recognize them
they could be standing right next to us
in the grocery store check out lane
does anybody but me wonder
how they can escape great fame
they rule the world
along side the fall guys
set up to take the blames
and they all laugh at us
probably because we are noting more
than their jingly little pocket change
Copyright © | Year Posted 2010

Poem

Post Comments

Poetrysoup is an environment of encouragement and growth so only provide specific positive comments that indicate what you appreciate about the poem. Negative comments will result your account being banned.

Please Login to post a comment

Brown Avatar
July 21, 2010 at 10:20 AM
Here I sit with lots to do,....... but.......I would rather read poetry written by you. Wishing you a day filled with inspiration Mark. Love, Carol
Sweetheart Avatar
July 20, 2010 at 4:29 PM
This is terrific.. u need to enter it in the Slam contest.. just change your form on the right to show Slam.. and enter it in the I hate politicians contest posted on the contest page.. good luck.. with luv..
Culverhouse Avatar
July 20, 2010 at 3:00 PM
funny yet profound poem!! well said!!
Rich Avatar
July 20, 2010 at 1:39 PM
Enjoyed this poetry from you today and will read more, please check out my recent Criminals part 4 and remember its only a story. Have a great day.
Get a Premium Membership
Turn off ads, get more exposure for your poetry, and get more features with a Premium Membership.
Book: Diverse Voices: The Poetry of Human Rights and the Pursuit of Peace