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Why My Son Left Manhattan - True Story

     I’ve a son who once lived in Manhattan
     Against all storms the hatches he’d batten

         Mamdani came to power
         My son’s resilience soured

     Mamdani's hatches he boldly spat on

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David Crandall July 6, 2026 at 5:51 PM For different reasons, I might add - lol!

David Crandall July 6, 2026 at 5:51 PM I wish my son would move from Manhattan.

Joseph P. DiMino July 5, 2026 at 12:55 PM Mamdani's wife left the country for the 4th of July -- went to an Islamic retreat I believe. Go figure. Gershon Wolf July 5, 2026 at 8:17 PM Think she loves this country? She hates it with a passion. She's open about it, whereas her snake of a husband tries to cover up his true feelings.

Alison A Smith nee Howarth July 4, 2026 at 11:07 PM Yes this rewrite brings the limerick into shape. I really like this tongue in cheek ending much better. Gershon Wolf July 4, 2026 at 11:13 PM Thanks so much for reviewing this one, and for your gracious comment, Alison. ~ Gershon

Alison A Smith nee Howarth July 4, 2026 at 10:49 PM Possibly a comma, could fix the way last line is read. The limerick is very good though. Gershon Wolf July 4, 2026 at 10:55 PM You are right, Alison. Thanks... I went ahead and fixed the last a line by rewriting it, however. I think it's better now. What say you?