United States of Apathy

wake up hysteria, 
good morning america;
don't panic but your 
countries senile;
the politicians are evil.
what's the media feeding you?
propaganda and slander, 
B. S. by the bushel, 
big oil officials, 
deceit by the barrel
thats current america.
But I pledge allegiance 
to corporate america;
to the united states of apathy
and oxymorons; one nation 
under Allah with liberty, justice 
and health insurance for
those who can afford it.  
my country isn't free,
sweet land of irony.

http://www.lulu.com/content/paperback-book/one-for-the-lift-ticket/7970992
Copyright © | Year Posted 2009

Poem

Post Comments

Poetrysoup is an environment of encouragement and growth so only provide specific positive comments that indicate what you appreciate about the poem. Negative comments will result your account being banned.

Please Login to post a comment

Goff Avatar
November 19, 2009 at 7:40 PM
love the radical! jimbo
Brown Avatar
November 2, 2009 at 4:38 AM
I have enjoyed reading your poetry this splendid morning Dave. May you have a beautiful week filled with love and inspiration. Love, Carol
Segal Avatar
November 1, 2009 at 11:43 AM
All our countries are in a state! we need a changing of MINDS , before it's to late! great poem love Simone
Get a Premium Membership
Turn off ads, get more exposure for your poetry, and get more features with a Premium Membership.
Book: Diverse Voices: The Poetry of Human Rights and the Pursuit of Peace