L Milton Hankins Poet Quatrain

The Frightening Future

Pockets of small militant groups are threatening
While unrest swirls around us in the streets
Election season … or, facing a second Civil War?
Americans find the possibilities ever frightening.

Social and political polarization has created
Unbridgeable gaps between friends and neighbors
And promoted severe rifts within families
Social and fraternal groups are among the hated.

The authority of the church is compromised
Our educational systems are arguably failing
While systemic racism throughout our culture
Loses sight of ultimate diversification so prized.

What happens if violence becomes the daily lead 
If wild and reckless militia groups roam the land
Seizing control wherever they can overpower
A stable, democratic leader we desperately need.

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December 19, 2021

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Tom Wright December 21, 2021 at 1:13 PM Milton, amen My thoughts exactly, keep up the good work. Miracle Man L Milton Hankins December 21, 2021 at 1:38 PM Thanks, Tom. I appreciate your read and your comment.

Suzanne Delaney October 24, 2020 at 5:24 AM Yes a call for peace is our only prayer, Milton Welcome to the soup. Cheers, SuZ L Milton Hankins December 21, 2021 at 1:38 PM Thanks, SuZ. I'm so sorry I'm so long getting back to you. I do try to respond to every comment, but this one slipped past me.

Silent One October 24, 2020 at 4:37 AM Its very bad what is happening and I hope they can find peace soon... L Milton Hankins October 26, 2020 at 2:32 PM Silent One. Thanks for your response. I just hope meaningful change comes into all of our lives soon!