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When the devil dances

When the devil dances and hatred spreads, thru his toxic talks and news threads.. When Satan promises better years and crowds gather and the people cheer.. When this eternal fire starter, boldly asserts he's the people's martyr.. When an evil one knocks at Democracy's door, do you let him in and ask for more?

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Brian Sambourne

Date: 3/31/2024 7:26:00 AM

Authoritarian leadership has gained such a strong grip on political power throughout the world. Truly, these are precarious days for democracy. Thank you for this timely write on the ascendancy of evil. Brian

Aparajita Bhattacharjee

Date: 3/20/2024 9:23:00 AM

Spot on!! Delighted to have come across those lines. Poignant!

Nancy Kaufman
Date: 3/20/2024 4:47:00 PM

Hi Aparajita, Thank you so much for your visit and taking the time to comment. It is much appreciated.

Vijay Pandit

Date: 3/19/2024 12:38:00 PM

Well said, Nancy. Very succinct and to the point. Sadly, so many are answering the evil call.

Nancy Kaufman
Date: 3/20/2024 4:46:00 PM

Hi Vijay, It's a bit overwhelming lately. I guess we should all keep praying for world peace and cultivating our own peace with in. Blessings to you and I hope your weather is better then ours is.

Tom Cunningham

Date: 3/19/2024 11:47:00 AM

It seems evil is flourishing around the world, so much conflict and hatred everywhere. If he knocked my door I'd ignore it. Hope you're keeping well Nancy. Tom

Nancy Kaufman
Date: 3/20/2024 4:39:00 PM

Hi Tom, I hope he doesn't knock on your door dear one. Unfortunately, I can't just ignore. I'm gearing up for more local politics here. Blessings to you and thanks for the visit.

Stephan McBride

Date: 3/19/2024 8:10:00 AM

Very true my friend, this is seen throughout the world

Nancy Kaufman
Date: 3/20/2024 4:43:00 PM

Hi Stephen, Lately it's beginning to feel like this world is on fire as Iceland is physically. People are so stressed and divisive, erupting with rudeness and anger toward others, such a shame..Thanks for your visit. Blessings to you..