Podium Man

There once was a podium man.
Who gave to the world all he can.
He broadcast his message, 
A dismal sad presage,
An excuse to push through his plan.

On point, there he stood smiling bright.
As he lied through his teeth, pearly white.
With showmanship air,
He feigned how he cared
For his countryman's desperate plight.

A leader of such strength was he;
Incorruptible, honest, and free.
Was showered in praise
All through ruling days
While his rivals were crushed secretly.

He lives in all ages of time.
Deceiver of men, he is prime.
If you feel disgusted,
By a man you once trusted.
Be sure he is known for his crime.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2009


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Date: 5/4/2009 12:33:00 PM
I think your poem reflects how many feel about the deception of politicians. I think it's time we the people vote anyone out that lies to us and hold those in power accountable. Too much apathy for far to long has gotten us into this place. Can you tell your poem is thought provoking? Timely and well written. Thank you for sharing it with us and for your kind comments on my poem. Have a good day! Karen
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Date: 4/30/2009 10:28:00 PM
Yoni, may this poem catch " their " attention. Nicely done. Ernilando
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Date: 4/29/2009 2:53:00 PM
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Date: 4/29/2009 2:24:00 PM
How intriguing, Yoni. I'm wondering which "leaders" inspired this write. I have been feeling very disappointed with our elected officians as well. The "new plan" we were promised does not seem to be taking hold. Defense spending rises, more troops go to Afghanistan...I thought we were going to scale down our presence in the Mideast. Excellent poem! Love, Carolyn
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