Submissive

Before Rick Perry left the race, They interviewed some fans. One woman said a vote for him Was surely in her plans. The journalist asked why and so She went on to explain. She thought Rick Perry’s love of God Embellished his campaign. That answer didn’t shock me; Pious folks want him elected. Her second reason, though, was not At all what I expected. She said, “I like Rick Perry’s wife Because she’s so submissive.” Those words were so amazing My reaction was dismissive. But then I thought about it and I reached this sad conclusion: Equality for women’s still An out-of-reach illusion. For there are women, young and old, Who feel it is their place To be subservient to men, Which I find a disgrace. We’ve come so far and fought so hard Yet there are those still stuck With values long-rejected by Most females filled with pluck. I’m glad Rick Perry’s given up And stepped out of the fight. Unfortunately, he’s got clones Just waiting on the right.