True Power

The man with the gun
Is truly powerful
The man with the pen
Will take your life.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2025

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George Avatar
September 23, 2025 at 9:03 PM
That's why it is said- 'the pen is mightier than the sword' . Succinct and profound.
Bell Avatar
September 26, 2025 at 3:56 AM
It sure is.
M  Avatar
August 10, 2025 at 2:26 AM
Wow Paul…..powerful write! Debx
Bell Avatar
August 10, 2025 at 9:12 AM
Is a bit for a Sunday.
Rodrigues Avatar
August 9, 2025 at 5:12 PM
The man with the gun could be a coward, but the man with the pen is on a mission.
Bell Avatar
August 10, 2025 at 9:13 AM
Never mess with a pen pusher.
Velasco Avatar
August 9, 2025 at 1:58 PM
That’s a powerful and thought-provoking poem! It really captures how words can have a profound impact—sometimes even more than force. Thanks for sharing!
Bell Avatar
August 10, 2025 at 9:13 AM
In the end, words stop wars.
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