Richard Lamoureux Poet Political Verse

Q Tipping

I remember when
Q was part of a Tip
now Q is a one way trip
to crazy town
It’s a place where thoughts flip
and up is down
Where every imaginable 
conspiracy is found
Listen to that mind cracking sound
in a basement of a pizza shop
they think that trafficked 
children are bound

Democrats demonized 
Satan worshipers 
Drinking babies blood
Some welcome the insanity
in like a flood
Internet researches
named Beth, Karen,
Mike, Bubba, Bob and Bud
all of them happily 
wallowing in the mud

So wether they believe 
in the Deep State 
or PizzaGate
QAnon somehow thinks
an Old World Order
controls our fate
Slick videos crash minds
as feeble sheeple
bite into the bait
January 6th
becomes their new favourite date

Somehow
they feel truly Patriotic 
instead of Psychotic
Crazy takes off like gangbusters 
a fuse attached to a rocket 
It seems a certain President
had them in his pocket
A gun aimed at the Capitol
and Donny cocked it
They were all dim lightbulbs 
and he electrified the socket

So the Q tipped
as we watched on TV
what a crazy trip
“Hang Mike Pence”
dripped from their lips
Through broken windows
the mob slipped 
as the fabric of Democracy
was stained and ripped
Still with that darkness over the Country 
freedom was only temporarily eclipsed 

So while the world watched
and ridiculed 
“We The people” found a way
Thankfully the majority had the final say
Yes America witnessed a new day
QAnon, White Power, Proud Boys
and Anti Semites were kept at bay.
Should that not in the end
be “The American Way”?

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Brian Sambourne June 21, 2021 at 9:51 PM A political piece with power. Terrific! I like the Q tip linkage to Qanon. Democracy indeed (finally) won the day despite the January upheaval + the tragic loss of life. Best wishes, Brian Richard Lamoureux January 11, 2022 at 11:08 AM Great comment, thanks Brian.

Marilyn Williams April 12, 2021 at 1:10 PM Dear Rich. You hit it right on target. We got a blackeye, but we walked away still standing. America is Great. And thank you for your review of my poems. M Richard Lamoureux April 12, 2021 at 4:28 PM Thanks Marilyn, I appreciate the visit. Drop by any time.

Carole Duet March 22, 2021 at 12:39 AM I love this one, Richard. You definitely "nailed it"! Those who are into that QaNONSENSE are the poor slobs who are so ignorant and gullible it's really disheartening and scary. Thank God they were not successful in doing more harm than they did. The other really upsetting thing to me is that Trump actually got away with inciting that riot because of some cowardly and corrupt Republicans in the Senate. However, thank God Trump lost the election and the Democrats control the Senate now. But, their hate and insanity is still a danger to this country. I just pray that somehow most of them can and will be reformed and actually rehabilitated in time. But, as someone said, "Democracy is fragile" and we have to continue to guard it with vigilance and fight for it when necessary. Richard Lamoureux March 22, 2021 at 8:08 AM I think there are many good Republicans, sadly few of them have been elected to office.

Heidi Sands March 12, 2021 at 9:53 AM I must add my opinion, due to so many comments regarding election fraud , as if it is a conspiracy theory. Many brave Americans testified at hearings with concrete facts. To call it a big lie, would be to call them all liars and they signed sworn affidavits. They would go to jail if they lied. I must defend them. I watched hearings. Richard Lamoureux March 13, 2021 at 7:24 AM I watched the hearings as well and I did not see any concrete evidence shown. Putting it in an affidavit does not turn it into proof. The hearings were a publicity stunt because the courts weren’t supporting the false narrative. In courts they require actual evidence.

Paulette Calasibetta March 10, 2021 at 8:45 AM Hi Richard, My views are quite different, but your writing is excellent; a well crafted poem. My only hope is that our nation does come together. There may be conspiracy theories out there, but dismissing them is dangerous. When only one point of view is being accepted, and opposition is being silenced where is our country going? It's certainly not the America I grew up in. You can check out my poem, "America, Where are you going? And also "Freedom isn't Free. Take Care, Paulette Richard Lamoureux March 13, 2021 at 7:31 AM I see America moving to opinions matter instead of facts matter. Say the same non fact based thing seven times and it becomes an alternate truth. I think social media has legitimized faulty thinking. Freedom has lost it’s salt. Paulette Calasibetta March 10, 2021 at 9:20 AM "Freedom isn't Free" actually went under the title of: "American Liberties"

Regina Mcintosh March 5, 2021 at 1:11 PM I'm so under-educated on politics. This seems to be a very well written and intelligent poem, but I'm not so sure I can write something you will care for. Perhaps I'll try but am sure it won't be so much the political verse as a hope for what will come of our country. God bless you dear friend, with love, Gina Richard Lamoureux March 5, 2021 at 1:33 PM Hi Regina, that’s exactly what I am looking for. I hope you give it a go.

Nora Gibson February 14, 2021 at 3:32 PM This is great. I read it to my husband..he enjoys your work as well. I love how you take the issues of today & word them so appropriately. I'm reading all the comments seems like even on Poetry soup there is some division. Richard Lamoureux February 14, 2021 at 5:48 PM Yep quite a bit. Thanks for commenting and sharing with your husband.

Jeanne Mcgee February 9, 2021 at 4:55 PM wOW, This is powerful and cute at the same time...well done Richard! congrats on the POTD Richard Lamoureux February 14, 2021 at 9:47 AM Thanks Jeanne.

Harry Horsman February 4, 2021 at 1:09 AM Hi Richard, First the poem, political or not it is well penned, deep and provoking if i read the comments right..One thing i will says is this. in the 60's when everyone it seemed was smoking pot. i once declared one day these teens will rule the world. I think they are now,,being we are in such a mess. Richard Lamoureux February 4, 2021 at 6:16 AM Great comment Harry, I always appreciate your insight. Have a great day.

Harry Horsman February 4, 2021 at 1:08 AM Hi Richard, First the poem, political or not it is well penned, deep and provoking if i read the comments right..One thing i will says is this. in the 60's when everyone it seemed was smoking pot. i once declared one day these teens will rule the world. I think they are now,,being we are in such a mess.

Becca Teagan February 3, 2021 at 5:32 PM I used to be so impressed with your ability to write about anything :) but it seems like the last few times I've check in on you, you are political, and demeaning to others' opinions. I'm not talking about the Q thing, I know nothing about that, but there is a lot you don't understand because you get your "facts" from mainstream media. I believe there is a lot of corruption in our government, and it is going to get much worse now. Wait and see. Richard Lamoureux April 12, 2021 at 4:42 PM I read some of your other comments here. I found it humorous that you said you can’t have a conversation with Democrats without it turning ugly. Kind of hypocritical that you made a personal attack against me for expressing my point of view. Richard Lamoureux February 4, 2021 at 6:13 AM Hi Becca, I’m sorry you feel that way. This piece is critical of QAnon, White Supremacists and Anti Semites. My other piece was critical of The Proud Boys. Should I not write about these topics which concern me? Are you in support of these groups? If so you are not the person I thought you were. Read my responses to people who have disagreed with me here. They have safely presented their views.

Kim Rodrigues February 2, 2021 at 6:09 PM I always appreciate a well written poem whether I agree with it or not. So much political poetry is just a rant without thought. Congratulations on POTD Richard Lamoureux February 2, 2021 at 9:00 PM Thanks Kim, your response is honest and respectful. Much appreciated.

Arturo Michael February 2, 2021 at 12:57 PM I enjoyed your point of view...Well done...Congrats Richard Lamoureux on POTD. Richard Lamoureux February 2, 2021 at 9:00 PM Thanks Arturo. ;0)

Carolyn Devonshire February 2, 2021 at 11:04 AM I'll never understand why people believe some of the absurd conspiracy theories, Richard. I can't believe there are some members of Congress who still believe the election was a hoax. The way they turned on Pence was mind-numbing. No, this is not the American way, it's the dangerous path of conspiracies. Excellent poem! Best wishes and congrats on your POTD, Carolyn Richard Lamoureux February 2, 2021 at 9:03 PM Yes, almost as fast as Donald Trump turned against him. As I stated to Keith no amount of proof not even 60 plus court cases will change the minds of people who want to believe the narrative of a stolen election. Thanks for weighing in.

Connie Marcum Wong February 2, 2021 at 10:17 AM Though my views differ, this is a well written piece Richard and I congratulate you on having your poem honored with POTD! Blessings xxoo Richard Lamoureux February 2, 2021 at 9:04 PM Thanks Connie, viva la differance. Thanks for your visit and kind comment. Hugs Rick.

Joanna Daniel February 2, 2021 at 1:36 AM A deeply strong write that voices your views, Richard:) congrats on POTD:) Richard Lamoureux February 2, 2021 at 9:04 PM Thanks Jo. ;0)

Andrea Dietrich February 1, 2021 at 4:43 PM I do not believe in QAnon or what happened at the White house or the dates they keep coming up with. What i DO believe is that evil powers are keeping from us good remedies against covid such as HCQ, in order to enrich the pocketbooks of Big Pharma and all those who have a vested interest in the vaccine. Politics should not have anything to do with our health and I believe the Pandemic has been used in a very manipulative way. That aside, I think you wrote well on your point of view. Becca Teagan February 3, 2021 at 5:25 PM In my opinion many medical professionals have good hearts but they are literally trained to push presciption drugs /vaccines, many of which cause a whole lot more problems, and oh yeah, need another prescription to fix THAT, and meanwhile big pharma is getting richer and richer. It's always about the money. But yeah... "feeble sheeple that bite the bait" .... hmmm.... Richard Lamoureux February 2, 2021 at 9:09 PM I understand your view based on the personal experience you have had. Still what I know from family who are medical professionals, I am more inclined to their perspective. Thanks for sharing your perspective. I think differing views are oil for conversation. So far no one has stepped over the line. Quite often this type of discourse can devolve to name calling. Andrea Dietrich February 2, 2021 at 1:46 PM right on, KEith!

Michelle Faulkner February 1, 2021 at 2:44 PM This is so inspiring, brave and eloquent - I see why it was honored with POTD! No matter what side, we must always stand against those who use violence, and use words instead~ Richard Lamoureux February 2, 2021 at 9:10 PM I agree Michelle, well said. ;0)

Jennifer Proxenos February 1, 2021 at 10:01 AM Wow this a political poem of NOTE - so true and accurate and relevant" POTD it certainly deserves, Congratulations - how right you are Rick, Democracy was stained and ripped. You wrote with conviction and authoritatively, "We the people" 'found the way, Yes America witnessed a new day'. Hugs and blessings, Jennifer. Richard Lamoureux February 2, 2021 at 9:10 PM You are kind, much appreciated. Hugs Rick.

Vijay Pandit February 1, 2021 at 9:42 AM BIG congrats Richard on poem of the day. Everything you say is the truth as I see and know. Kudos for your courage to speak your mind. Richard Lamoureux February 2, 2021 at 9:11 PM For the most part this is a safe place to express one’s self. Thanks for commenting Vijay.

Alexis Y. February 1, 2021 at 5:23 AM WoW!Jenna, You’ve penned such a well written write. I found it to be so poetic. Great rhymes and contest. Best wishes in the in the contest. Congratulations on getting the poem of the day. It was well deserved. Have a great day:-) Alexis Jenna Logan February 1, 2021 at 10:59 AM oh, lol. Sorry, Rick. That crossover thing is a bugger. Richard Lamoureux February 1, 2021 at 6:01 AM Why are people calling me Jenna?

Tania Kitchin February 1, 2021 at 2:55 AM Rick, congratulations on POTD with your powerful poem. Glad to see you back on here! Richard Lamoureux February 1, 2021 at 6:02 AM Thanks Tania. ;0)

J. Summers January 31, 2021 at 7:54 PM Congratulations Richard for your POTD honor. Good poetry should evoke an emotional response and judging from the comments this poem has done just that. Congrats again. John Richard Lamoureux January 31, 2021 at 8:43 PM Much appreciated John. ;0)

Mark Koplin January 31, 2021 at 2:12 PM Congratulations on your POTD Richard! It's unfortunate that blowhards like Keith have to come on here and try to steal your honor of the day. I'm appalled that he continues to harass Jenna. You should be ashamed of yourself Keith! Mark Koplin January 31, 2021 at 4:49 PM Oh sweetie, that is what you suffer from. Come on and get after it, just leave Jenna alone. Richard Lamoureux January 31, 2021 at 4:02 PM Thanks for the congrats Mark. It is much appreciated.

Joe Sandler January 31, 2021 at 1:32 PM WOW!! Brilliant! Insightful! Delightful! Logical! Magical! Phenomenal! Incredible! Majestic! Stupendous! Tremendous! Momentous! Outrageous! Courageous! Poem of the day?? NAY. Poem of the YEAR!!! One more thing. To quote Billy Joel. "You should never argue with a crazy mind" Richard Lamoureux January 31, 2021 at 4:03 PM Wow, that’s quite the comment Joe. Entertaining and good for one’s ego. Thanks for adding to my afternoon.

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