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TAXING THOUGHTS

TAXING THOUGHTS

Let us hide behind a litany of lunacy
Of gods and Gods, prophets and profits

Does it do any good to feed the hungry
When we are the cause of the hunger

To take money from those who work
And give it to those who can’t or won’t

Do the presidents dogs really need SS protection
More than his garage door needs a lock

Why does the Red hat of the toreador
Arouse such venom in the capeless

Must I give up my right to be me
So that you can exercise your right to be you

Must I turn away 
Lest my eyes offend you

Silence my laughter
To sooth your self-centeredness

Must I teach my children and grandchildren
That they are less than because of who they are

Let us hide behind a plethora of flags
And mock the one allowing them to fly

Copyright © John Lawless

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