Richard Lamoureux Poet Political Verse

Presidential Sweet

If I were the President
at least for one day
I’d build me a sandbox
Where everyone could play

I wouldn’t be a liar
I’d gladly tell the truth
No eye for an eye 
Or a tooth for a tooth

The White House doors open
Republicans, Democrats 
I’d welcome all people
Great thinkers and cool cats

I might not be popular 
With those who won’t change
They might think I’m eccentric 
Or at the least a bit strange

Because I’m not a politician 
Power ain’t my goal
I wouldn’t worry about ballots
or claim elections are stole

I want a safe Nation
With People who are Free
But I won’t be President
So you can’t count on me

Inspired by Matt Caliri’s latest contest.

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The Situation August 25, 2023 at 12:39 PM Dreamfull Poets have oppinion and they can be as pure. But polititions have suspisions that if they don't follow the crowd they wont get followed. Richard Lamoureux August 25, 2023 at 2:31 PM A sad truth to be sure.

Nancy Kaufman June 13, 2021 at 12:58 PM come on now you have two years to get ready. Richard Lamoureux June 14, 2021 at 1:30 PM Ha ha, I see how old people look after leaving office. I think the private sector is less stressful.

Jack Horne June 4, 2021 at 2:09 PM yes, such truth here - and a great write too. i tried to leave a comment on your poem for Michael but wasn't able to, for some reason - really awesome piece

Suzanne Delaney April 29, 2021 at 3:44 PM I am voting for you, Rich: Politics is so dishonest anymore. Love your shining message. SuZ

Funom Makama April 27, 2021 at 8:02 PM Beautiful, wonderful flows and an easy to read rhyming scheme. I really enjoyed my read so well that I had to read again.. This is going straight to my fav.. What an amazing read... BACK TO REALITY NOW.... Most likely even before becoming a candidate for the hot seat, there is a 90% possibility you might be corrupted and these not really achieved. We wish and hope for these things but I am beginning to see that the playing field in these political realms are nowhere our perceptions. Great work! Richard Lamoureux April 28, 2021 at 10:25 PM Thanks Funom, I hope all is well with you. Thanks for the visit.

Michael Ellis March 28, 2021 at 6:06 PM A beautiful political plot twist. Lamoureux puts a love vibration in the air with a stimulating supposition. I am sure you can't do any worse than the first 44 or 45 LOL... Thank you for writing...Very easy to read and follow. Richard Lamoureux March 28, 2021 at 10:06 PM I used to be a fan of Reagan and Clinton until I watched the Documentary 13th Amendment. The War on drugs, 3rd strike laws and prisons for profit. I’m sure this is just the tip of the iceberg.

Malabika Ray Choudhury March 20, 2021 at 7:37 AM Your political verse is honestly thoughtful - do I say "unlike politicians"? Enjoyed very much. Thanks for dropping by my page. Best wishes ~ Mala Richard Lamoureux March 28, 2021 at 10:07 PM My pleasure Malabika. Blessings Rick.

Suzette Richards March 18, 2021 at 1:25 AM The first stanza had me laughing out loud ... the antics of some of the politicians are reminiscent of kids in a sandbox. Then there was the daft incident where he stared directly at the sun during the eclipse ... I suppose that one must draw the line somewhere as the examples of a mental meltdown are too numerous :)) ~Sus Richard Lamoureux March 28, 2021 at 10:08 PM Glad to entertain. Thanks Sus, hugs Rick.

Sara Kendrick March 14, 2021 at 6:56 AM I like the rhythm, rhyme and flow in this one. Yes, only the politically minded will be runners in that race. Thanks for the visit to my page. Sara Richard Lamoureux March 15, 2021 at 3:56 PM True. Hugs Rick.

Judy Ball March 13, 2021 at 2:14 PM Well said Richard. They used to call them hoods, then they called them gangsters, then they became the Mafia, then they called themselves The Syndicate, Then they became The Family, And Now, Last But |Not Least We Have THE POLITICIANS. Great write. Good luck in the contest. God Bless, JB Richard Lamoureux March 13, 2021 at 4:24 PM Good one Judy.;0)

Kenneth Cheney March 12, 2021 at 6:52 AM I bet you would be a liar on someone's news depending on which views you choose. Interesting write, enjoyed it. Richard Lamoureux March 12, 2021 at 8:41 AM Thanks Kenneth.

Michelle Faulkner March 10, 2021 at 12:17 PM You are hereby elected the cool cat of PS, Rick, for as many terms as you want :) Richard Lamoureux March 10, 2021 at 4:05 PM Ha ha, cute one. ;0)

Anitha Jayasankar March 10, 2021 at 6:14 AM Just thought would comment on your latest poem Richard.. though am not good in political verse...your thoughts are straight from heart.. Loved the fourth stanza. God bless.. ~ Ani Richard Lamoureux March 10, 2021 at 11:19 AM Thanks Anitha, blessings to you as well.

Brandy Nicole March 9, 2021 at 7:10 PM I'm not one to comment that much on Political posts, but thought I would place my thoughts here upon yours. What a Wonderful World it would be, if we all lived by the Golden Rule. I think you would would make a great President. Your words are honest and sincere. :) Hugs, Brandy Richard Lamoureux March 10, 2021 at 5:05 AM Thanks for your kind words. Hugs Rick.

Carolyn Devonshire March 9, 2021 at 10:21 AM We should have a president like this, Richard. He would be a perfect leader. At least Biden knows how to compromise and sometimes it results in better legislation. Enjoyed your poem! Best wishes in the contest. Hugs, Carolyn Richard Lamoureux March 9, 2021 at 2:54 PM Thanks, I didn’t follow the rules so I didn’t enter the contest. It was fun however to write this piece.

Demetrios Trifiatis March 8, 2021 at 9:25 AM Such a delightful writing dearest, Richard! I will vote for you! Blessings! Richard Lamoureux March 8, 2021 at 1:10 PM Thanks Demetrios. ;0)

Rama Balasubramanian March 7, 2021 at 11:25 AM Enjoyed reading your fun write especially 1st para. Wish people who are not power hungry would become leaders. Take care, Rama Richard Lamoureux March 7, 2021 at 12:38 PM Thanks Rama. Blessings Rick

Harry Horsman March 5, 2021 at 8:49 PM No to President, how about poet laureate, I think you'd be so good at that......especially reading this gem out loud from your soapbox. Richard Lamoureux March 6, 2021 at 6:26 AM Ha ha, thanks Harry.

Akkina Downing March 5, 2021 at 7:51 PM Isn’t that’s what everyone says when they run for office? I’ll make things right and I’ll do right for my people and country! I’ll lower the tax and gasoline... Lol! So funny, BUT, Rick, if you do change your mind to run, I’ll vote for you :) Richard Lamoureux March 6, 2021 at 6:27 AM You are kind.

Mystic Rose Rose March 5, 2021 at 5:53 PM Perhaps you should run for President. I am sure you might do a better job then the last. We need to think and spire big, if we are ever to reach the summit, Thank you for the read Richard, hope all is well, take care, Richard Lamoureux March 7, 2021 at 6:38 AM Thanks Vienna, all is well on the west. ;0)

Eileen Manassian March 5, 2021 at 7:45 AM You always have my vote. Richard Lamoureux March 5, 2021 at 7:52 AM Thanks and a big hug. Nice to see you back here. ;0)

Anne-Lise Andresen March 5, 2021 at 5:08 AM - I think you would be a perfect President ... not just for one day, Richard :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :) Richard Lamoureux March 5, 2021 at 5:11 AM You are sweet, now where can I get a USA birth certificate??

Bj Legros Kelley March 5, 2021 at 3:01 AM I really enjoyed this :) It would be so wonderful if everyone could enjoy the 'sandbox' together. Simply getting along and loving our neighbors as ourselves. The law of the land: No mud slinging, and no throwing sand! Richard Lamoureux March 5, 2021 at 5:10 AM I concur BJ. ;0)

Gershon Wolf March 4, 2021 at 5:32 PM One thing for sure: You won't be President, Richard. The WH is no place for sandoxes and toys. More like Rifles and Proud Boys... But with your idea about sandboxes, you might want to apply for this opening -- Dean of Diversity at Safe Spaces Univerity. lol. Smiles, gw Richard Lamoureux March 5, 2021 at 5:09 AM Your comment brings a smile.

Richard Lamoureux March 4, 2021 at 2:35 PM Thanks to all for the kind comments. I will drop by for visits.

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