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Who Will Step Up

Ukraine's army is battle-ready, battle-tested The rest of Europe's forces, merely rested None have fought in many a year Them fighting Russia moves one to tears Defending Ukraine is NATO's best bet with its tough-as-nails army and the fierce will of its people to survive ~ thinking Poland or France can lick Russia is blarmy Zelensky's warned you as much, Western leaders but you've all chosen to be cheerleaders The blood's on your hands for taking a dive if nobody in Europe is left alive

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Evelyn Judy Buehler

Date: 3/5/2022 10:05:00 PM

I agree with Unseeking Seeker, Gershon. As John Donne said, "Every man’s death diminishes me." Best wishes, Evelyn

Evelyn Judy Buehler
Date: 3/6/2022 8:58:00 PM

It is quite possible to despise evil and cruelty in all its forms, especially Putin's, Hitler's, and Stalin's, without hating. Hatred doesn't need to enter in, because that would only bring me down. Best of wishes, Evelyn

Gershon Wolf
Date: 3/6/2022 9:21:00 AM

Well, you certainly have a greater love for humanity, even for apostles of evil such as Putin, Hitler, Stalin, et. al., than I do, Evelyn. God bless, Gershon

Unseeking Seeker

Date: 3/5/2022 8:58:00 PM

The world is one, as taught by covid ~ blood that flows, is our own ~ battle of Goliath and David ~ powers that be, choose to disown

Unseeking Seeker
Date: 3/6/2022 6:04:00 PM

There never is justification for war, Gershon. Yet we see an unending arms race. There are no need for borders too, for humanity is one race. The problem of mankind goes in much deeper. Also, of what use is US/NATO military power, if they can’t walk the talk? Unless … it’s convenient to look the other way.

Gershon Wolf
Date: 3/6/2022 9:21:00 AM

You certainly are a greater humanitarian than I'll ever be, Seeker. Blessings, Gershon

Joe Dimino

Date: 3/5/2022 6:43:00 PM

Not one American Soldier should enter that fight, before Europe makes a commitment. If we need defend our NATO alliance, than so be it. But Europe needs to expend its own resources and blood. As far as guilt goes, we had a President, Trump, who was keeping peace in the world -- who was constantly attacked by lies and treachery. And then an election stolen from him. With the world now falling apart, is there a Liberal democrat willing to look into the eyes of suffering, and admit their own contribution?

Joe Dimino
Date: 3/7/2022 10:56:00 PM

Not the Obama blasting I was commenting on...it was the lies about Trump you repeated: Trump achievements: https://trumpwhitehouse.archives.gov/trump-administration-accomplishments/

Gershon Wolf
Date: 3/6/2022 9:20:00 AM

Sorry to miss out on your comments, Joe... Try reading my reply to you one more time. You will see, I'm sure, that I was blasting Obama, not praising him... Happy trails, sir.

Joe Dimino
Date: 3/5/2022 7:03:00 PM

Obama! Leading the way!? Trump less!? Obama caught on a hot mike whispering to a Russian diplomat, how after the election he would be freer to make deals. It"s hopeless. I will not bother you with my comments anymore. You have a right to your opinions, but I will not deal with nonsense rhetoric. Bless you my friend. Your heart is in the right place I am sure.

Gershon Wolf
Date: 3/5/2022 6:51:00 PM

Joe, I appreciate you comment on this 'sure-to-be-controversial write. As for Europe first, before us: When did we stop leading the way? -- With Obama, and (a little less so) with Trump. The world is waiting for us to rally Europe and go in together. Otherwise, build your bomb shelter, my friend. The Russo-Sino alliance (pact soon to be signed) will be here after Europe falls. ~ My opinion, of course. And I understand that we disagree, so just sayin'...

Debra L Brown

Date: 3/5/2022 6:38:00 PM

Hi, Gershon, Impressive poem. The best bet right now would be NATO, as I don't see the US joining in. The other world leaders are watching this unfold. I pray and hold my breath that no other country falls prey to a takeover. I enjoyed the rhyme patterns in your poem. Blessings ~ Debra

Gershon Wolf
Date: 3/5/2022 6:44:00 PM

Debra, impressive comment you've written. I appreciate each and every one of your insights on my poems. God bless, and write on, please!! Thanks, Gershon