A SHAME

It would be a shame if controllers went out on strike.
Is it a strike if they're not being paid?
It would be a shame if there was no one to guide
Air Force One back into the country when Trump
returns with his gold crown and Mugunghwa order.
It would be a shame if unpaid essential workers
took a vacation - walked away from security, law and order.
Do we understand essential? Who risks their lives for free?
It would be a shame if Americans decided their President
should stay home when the government is shut down,
if they realized this "Peace Maker's" first obligation is to them.
It would be a shame if we did not see that his promises
have been smoke and mirrors - food prices up, housing up
tariffs and bullying up. Hope down.


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4 responses to “A SHAME”

  1. Suze Chaconas Avatar
    Suze Chaconas

    That’s such a true poem and so well written Cindy. I’m glad you’re still writing poems.

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  2. Marti White Avatar
    Marti White

    Right on, Cynthia!Marti WhiteSent from my iPad

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  3. Cynthia M. Sheward Avatar

    Thank you, Marti!

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  4. Cynthia M. Sheward Avatar

    Thank you, Suze. I am glad you liked it. I write fewer poems these days but am
    happy when one arrives.

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