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Stars and Those With Stripes

"America First", is the worst. Should not thinking of others, be your thirst? Those who are selfish, end up being cursed! Soon they'll be last, instead of first. Who among you, prefers guns and war? Do you really have freedom, shore to shore? If most have less, are you happy with more? Should the privileged few, be guarding the door? Protectionism, rots you to the core. In the end, you won't know who it's for? What does it mean, to be "Great Again"? I'll listen to learn, try your best to explain! Were there fields of cotton and sugarcane? Was it back of the bus perfect, everyone staying in their own lane? A pain striped passport, for those on the soul train. If you know the truth, please speak it plain. I want to find great, I've wracked my brain. Whose America are you trying to regain?

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DM Babbit

Date: 10/8/2019 10:56:00 AM

How did I miss this first time around? I watched the news last nite, both Fox and CNN, where is the America we longed for? Well defined write.

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 10/10/2019 11:30:00 PM

Thanks DM. I agree.

Vladislav Raven

Date: 10/24/2018 9:55:00 AM

Hi Richard, this is a thought provoking write. It is well written and too the point. I wont stay on this one wrong because my thoughts go to the idiot and then anger. When does America get back to her greatness? I love the content of your write. It has left me thinking and as i always say, that is not a bad thing. A Fave. Funny, I don't usually read Political Verse. Have a wonderful Wednesday. Your friend always....Mike.

Jan Allison

Date: 4/8/2018 9:08:00 AM

Thought provoking piece which many can relate to and policies he implements impact not just in the US:-( Belated congrats on your POTD:-) hugs Jan xx

Susan Ashley

Date: 3/10/2018 7:08:00 PM

An intriguing, thought provoking and compelling poem Richard. Powerfully expressed my friend. Belated congratulations on your well deserved POTD honors!

Peter Walsh

Date: 3/7/2018 7:41:00 PM

Indeed Rich whose America But the puppet strings of patriotism are long and winding and the source is rarely visible. Nice write...

Darlene De Beaulieu

Date: 3/5/2018 7:44:00 PM

Hello Richard ,congratulation on POTD. Hav anice eveningmy frend.

Connie Marcum Wong

Date: 3/5/2018 12:11:00 AM

I relate to your words on a personal level Richard. A well written poem asking most important questions. Congratulations on having it honored with POTD! : )

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 3/5/2018 7:39:00 AM

Thanks Connie., what a great comment to start my morning.

Harry Horsman

Date: 3/4/2018 5:25:00 PM

Interesting to see if his presidential term last, also if it does, if he can command a second term. Only the Citizens of the USA, can decide. One concern is that now China's Xi Jinping wants a lifelong term, Trump may get ideas..

Vera Duggan

Date: 3/3/2018 7:31:00 PM

Oh Richard I couldn't have said it better myself.like leanne there is more I could say but I will keep my opinions to myself, you have really spoken the truth in this remarkable piece of poetry and congrat's on POTD, take care......Vera

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 3/4/2018 8:31:00 AM

Don’t hold back on my account. Thanks for your visit Vera.

Eileen Manassian

Date: 3/3/2018 1:49:00 AM

Speaking the truth is always difficult, Richard, but I'm glad you have done just that here....and so well. I hope that this poem will get people to rethink some of his policies. Sorry I've been away...Hugs

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 3/3/2018 8:43:00 AM

I am saddened by all that is transpiring. He rethinks his policies daily hourly and by the second. His is a mind of shifting sand. God help the world.

Becca Teagan

Date: 3/2/2018 12:14:00 AM

I have a lot I could say about why America isn't "great" but it wouldn't go over well. Congrats on your POTD.

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 3/3/2018 8:40:00 AM

I feel that greatness does lay within. I know many amazing people but I fear the ones who have taken control.

Keith O.J. Hunt

Date: 3/1/2018 8:45:00 AM

A powerful write Richard, really enjoyed. A fave for sure;-)

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 3/1/2018 9:06:00 AM

Thanks Keith.

Maria Williams

Date: 3/1/2018 2:11:00 AM

A belated congratulations on POTD Richard on this excellent write, have been in Hawaii these last three days and just catching up with PS today....Maria

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 3/1/2018 8:50:00 AM

Lucky you! I hope you had an amazing time.

Leanne Lovejoy-Burton

Date: 2/28/2018 9:43:00 PM

Such a majestic and powerful country, I could add more, but I'd be torn to shreds. Yeah, a person racks their brains constantly on the shambles of the 'leading' nation, those it's Heads of Power attempt to lead on it's home soil, as well as on the world stage. Congrats on POTD.

Leanne Lovejoy-Burton
Date: 3/4/2018 10:13:00 PM

The box here isn't BIG enough...don't get me started. Being torn to shreds doesn't really worry me, I'll wait for the next one. I try to be polite in sophisticated company. I think your Nova Scotia or Canada though, so you're safe....well, maybe.

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 3/1/2018 8:24:00 AM

Thanks Leanne, you would not be torn to shreds. I welcome alternate perspectives. In fact I am surprised the other side of the coin has not been expressed.

Eve Roper

Date: 2/28/2018 8:15:00 PM

Back to congratulate you on POTD hugs Eve

Carol B.

Date: 2/28/2018 7:10:00 PM

Congratulations on receiving POTD. I am so happy to be Canadian.

Vladislav Raven

Date: 2/28/2018 5:33:00 PM

Hi Richard, a belated congratulations for this poem of the day. The accolade is well deserved. You go from strength to strength in your poetry Richard. This one goes into my faves. Such a powerful and honest write. Your friend always....Mike.