Kim Merryman Poet Free verse

Political Incorrectness

Politicians play upon our fears and dreams.
They lie to us with pretty promises,
tied up in ribbons and bows, but when opened,
they are found empty.

They promise prosperity, 
as our country sinks in debt.
They promise freedom,
as they rip it away beneath our noses.
They promise safety,
while conspiring with the enemy.

They lead and we follow,
like lambs to the slaughter.
It's time to say "ENOUGH!"
We sheep must become lions,
and let our roars be heard!
Let these unconscionable liars know,
that we have awakened from our
mind-numbed stupor.
We will no longer be gullible children
believing every word.

Wake up people!
Take off the blinders!
We have been deceived!
We have been led astray!
And they must be held accountable.

8/14/15

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Kai Michael Neumann July 24, 2016 at 1:06 PM Well said and well written. I guess you now do not have too many options to chose from. Kind wishes, Kai

Constance La France August 17, 2015 at 12:55 PM Kim your poem is so powerful and we'll expressed. In Canada were are in an election for prime minister and the candidates spend more time putting each other down than the issues that need attention A7 and thanks for visiting my sad lune Kim Merryman August 19, 2015 at 9:29 PM I guess every country has their political problems. Thanks for stopping by Constance!

Eileen Manassian August 17, 2015 at 12:25 PM Oh Sweetie...come see the corruption here. Do you know that this country has been going on for ages without a government???? So many political factions vying for seats on parliament. I can hear you....all the way here in Lebanon. I'm proud of you for standing up for what you believe me. Hugs Kim Merryman August 19, 2015 at 9:27 PM I know there is corruption everywhere. I just get so frustrated with our government and politicians. Nothing but lies. Thanks so much for commenting, Eileen!

Andrea Dietrich August 15, 2015 at 1:31 PM Good for YOU. STand up and yell it out, Kim!!! this is the REAL political Incorrectness of this world. Kim Merryman August 15, 2015 at 8:47 PM Thanks Andrea! You know this isn't the usual type of poetry I write. I don't know what exactly triggered it but the words just poured out with no effort. Took me by surprise.

Julia Ward August 15, 2015 at 12:22 PM That's how it is, I'm afraid... Julia, with best wishes. Kim Merryman August 15, 2015 at 8:43 PM You are right, Julia, but it shouldn't be that way. What happened to integrity and moral values? I get so disgusted. Thanks for stopping by!

Nette Onclaud August 15, 2015 at 2:23 AM strong, wake-up write, kim... how will the next election fare?.. huggs Kim Merryman August 15, 2015 at 8:40 PM Thanks for your comment, Nette! Our next presidential election is two years out in the US. God help us!

Lindsay Laurie August 14, 2015 at 7:31 PM G'day Kim... the same the world over Kim. They're like bananas; start off straight and green, but end up yellow and bent - Lindsay Kim Merryman August 15, 2015 at 8:38 PM Ha! Ha! Great comment, Lindsay! Thanks for stopping by!

Jan Allison August 14, 2015 at 3:27 PM They promise us the earth to get us to elect them and in general usually deliver very little - sadly it is the same all over the world Kim:-( hugs jan xx Kim Merryman August 15, 2015 at 8:35 PM Thanks for your comment, Jan. I get so frustrated with how our so called "leaders" lead. It has nothing to do with us and everything to do with themselves. I used to wear rose colored glasses but I have long since taken them off.