Earl Schumacker Poet Free verse

The Elected

The Elected

Sharks leave the water to campaign on land
Drink Champagne at political parties
Draw blood; circle around, troll for enemies 
Take contributions with a wink
Tease young girls, kiss babies, follow rules
To the point of razor sharp teeth
Follow schools of fish
Delicious to eat
Sharks don’t just swim.  They float 
Rainy days don’t help the votes
Bait dangles on hooks
Sharks steal it when no one looks
Change to gentlemen in a gesture
Genuflect when given gifts 
Run, (though they have no feet) at the smell of money
Chummed up by buddies in muddied waters        
Pray for a cause to chew the fat
Call Jaws if all else fails
Sharks fly when not swimming to victory
The media counts on them to lie
They lie in wait to strike
At the elected hour
When they rise to power
Sharks love the taste of cowards

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Maurice Yvonne April 17, 2015 at 5:44 PM Great Read! A brilliant write Earl. I am adding this one to my list of favorite poems! Earl Schumacker April 19, 2015 at 6:03 PM Hi Maurice, Thank you so much. This one was a little on the sardonic side. It was a fun write. I told Dr. Sharma here that I would write about chocolate and kittens after doing this one. (I'm glad you found the time to read that one also.) Thanks again. Have a great day. Earl

Dr. Upma A. Sharma April 16, 2015 at 9:18 PM That's a brilliant write Earl! So true my friend so true! Earl Schumacker April 17, 2015 at 11:16 AM Hi Dr. Sharma, Thank you so much for your kind appraisal. I'm not really interested in politics or politicians for obvious reasons. I prefer sharks. Sharks are honest. They kill to survive. Politicians kill for the thrill. I have to get away from this demonic stuff. I think my next poem will be about chocolate candy or soft friendly kittens or both. Have a great day. Earl

The Grahamburglar April 16, 2015 at 9:18 PM Genuflect! I learned a new word today. This is a great piece, and as Jan said, excellent imagery. Nicely done, Earl. Earl Schumacker April 17, 2015 at 11:27 AM Hi Preston, I see you are new to Soup. Welcome! I wish you success. Thank you so much for your kind words. I'm glad you enjoyed my creation. Have a great day. Earl

Jan Allison April 16, 2015 at 8:11 PM Such clever brilliant imagery Earl - politicians they all promise the earth and never end up coming up with the goods - the only time I see our elected representatives is when they want my vote:-) Hugs jan xx 7 xx Earl Schumacker April 17, 2015 at 11:23 AM Hi Jan, Thanks! I don't know what inspired me on this one. Perhaps the raw savage nature inherent in man and shark. I prefer sharks. I hope everything is good with you. Take care. Earl