Veep Debate

I knew I couldn’t get to sleep
Unless I watched Veep versus Veep;
‘Cause after last week’s dull debate,
I hoped that this would set things straight.

So Biden started his attack,
His plan to make his rival crack;
But Ryan never lost his cool
Or gave us much to ridicule…

Except his blather had no heft.
Without the fluff, not much is left;
For Romney’s plans are not prolific,
Naming nary one specific.

Biden couldn’t stop his smiling
Which, to some, was not beguiling.
Still, despite his constant grin,
He secured a solid win.

Hopefully, some indecision
Will be changed by television.
Voters feeling some connection
Will determine this election.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2012

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Pettit Avatar
October 15, 2012 at 1:10 AM
I will never forget what Lloyd Bentsen said to Dan Quayle during the 1988 debate. "......senator, you are no Jack Kennedy".
Amadore Avatar
October 13, 2012 at 10:01 AM
A fun but mature assessment of the debate...I enjoyed reading it.
Dietrich Avatar
October 13, 2012 at 1:25 AM
love it. You were fairly objective and thanks for saying Biden secured the solid win!!! (sure needed that after Obama's sorry performance)
Kendrick Avatar
October 12, 2012 at 3:54 PM
Great political work..The poem has good flow, rhythm, and rhyme..Enjoyed reading got some chuckles..Thanks for stopping by..Sara
Collins Avatar
October 12, 2012 at 10:00 AM
Right on Ilene
Anish Avatar
October 12, 2012 at 9:44 AM
I agree with you - Biden scored a win. Hope you are wel and keep the "Rhyme Train" on the track Peace & Love Matthew Anish!
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