Truth or Politics
a minor reference to Bob Dylan63 total reviews
Comment from poeticpatchwork
Great poem that definitely brings out all sorts of emotions and opinions! So hard to find any truth in all the madness!
Almost enough to make a certified teetotaler join you in that glass of beer!
reply by the author on 26-Dec-2020
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Great poem that definitely brings out all sorts of emotions and opinions! So hard to find any truth in all the madness!
Almost enough to make a certified teetotaler join you in that glass of beer!
Comment Written 29-Nov-2015
reply by the author on 26-Dec-2020
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Thank you.
Comment from ravenblack
There is no truth in politics, especially in a republican front runner who can mimic a man with cerebral palsy, mocking him, and still stay on top. They say voters vote for who they would sit down and have a beer with. I think this cycle, it is flaming shots of everclear. I really like-" they're worried about us because we are there next few years- we will define their race and- God help us- their presidency. Like true narcissists, they will reflect our wishes for their benefit. And it won't be that hard. No more pomp and circumstance- we are ruled by fear. Excellent poem!
reply by the author on 26-Dec-2020
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There is no truth in politics, especially in a republican front runner who can mimic a man with cerebral palsy, mocking him, and still stay on top. They say voters vote for who they would sit down and have a beer with. I think this cycle, it is flaming shots of everclear. I really like-" they're worried about us because we are there next few years- we will define their race and- God help us- their presidency. Like true narcissists, they will reflect our wishes for their benefit. And it won't be that hard. No more pomp and circumstance- we are ruled by fear. Excellent poem!
Comment Written 29-Nov-2015
reply by the author on 26-Dec-2020
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Thank you, Ed.
Comment from ProSongwriter
Truth or Politics? Two contradictory terms in one short line! It's so easy to take them with a grain of salt ... then the realization sets in that one of them is going to be our president in about a year. Although we will persevere regardless, it's still a scary thought!
Hears raising a cold one in your honor! excellent write! Best to you ...
Alan
reply by the author on 29-Nov-2015
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Truth or Politics? Two contradictory terms in one short line! It's so easy to take them with a grain of salt ... then the realization sets in that one of them is going to be our president in about a year. Although we will persevere regardless, it's still a scary thought!
Hears raising a cold one in your honor! excellent write! Best to you ...
Alan
Comment Written 29-Nov-2015
reply by the author on 29-Nov-2015
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Thank you, Alan. I do appreciate your review. Doug
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I think I forgot to save my reply to you a moment ago. It was my pleasure, indeed!
Comment from AnnieGale
Of course we all want the truth but seldom get where politics are concerned, the biased media, the lies that turn into truth only after the election. We should demand truth, but as you say they seem to run hand in hand with politics...untruth that is...interesting read, love the artwork. Thank you for sharing
reply by the author on 29-Nov-2015
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Of course we all want the truth but seldom get where politics are concerned, the biased media, the lies that turn into truth only after the election. We should demand truth, but as you say they seem to run hand in hand with politics...untruth that is...interesting read, love the artwork. Thank you for sharing
Comment Written 28-Nov-2015
reply by the author on 29-Nov-2015
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And thank you for reading it. :) Doug
Comment from chasennov
a minor reference to Bob Dylan "Truth or Politics" This is a very good poem you have created here. I liked thisline;
'One only hears himself
despite the screams and cheers.' Very well done.
we're their (there) next few years.
reply by the author on 29-Nov-2015
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a minor reference to Bob Dylan "Truth or Politics" This is a very good poem you have created here. I liked thisline;
'One only hears himself
despite the screams and cheers.' Very well done.
we're their (there) next few years.
Comment Written 28-Nov-2015
reply by the author on 29-Nov-2015
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Thank you so much. I do believe "their" is used correctly though. :) Doug
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No problems, then I'm sure you're right.
Comment from Jannypan (Jan)
I enjoyed your poem. I believe politicians are only concerned about themselves and who will dole out money to their campaign. They will say anything to anybody at anytime regardless of who it hurts or if it is true. This poem is a sad commentary on what the state of politics in the US has dwindled down too. I see no changes. Good job and thanks for sharing and caring.
reply by the author on 26-Dec-2020
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I enjoyed your poem. I believe politicians are only concerned about themselves and who will dole out money to their campaign. They will say anything to anybody at anytime regardless of who it hurts or if it is true. This poem is a sad commentary on what the state of politics in the US has dwindled down too. I see no changes. Good job and thanks for sharing and caring.
Comment Written 28-Nov-2015
reply by the author on 26-Dec-2020
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Thank you, Jan.
Comment from kiwijenny
Bob Dylan sang poetry..though I am not familiar with desolation row...
Seems fitting when I think of our political straits these daysBrighten the corner where you are I say
Well penned
God bless
reply by the author on 26-Dec-2020
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Bob Dylan sang poetry..though I am not familiar with desolation row...
Seems fitting when I think of our political straits these daysBrighten the corner where you are I say
Well penned
God bless
Comment Written 28-Nov-2015
reply by the author on 26-Dec-2020
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Thank you.
Comment from Jesse James Doty
Very clever, and a fairly accurate depiction of the election years. I like your wit and sarcasm. I also like the rhyme scheme and the flow of the poem. I understand your solution to the problem, but the problem will still be there when you get sober. I enjoyed reading your poem and wish others would write about it, too. Thanks for sharing your talent and opinion.
Peace, Jesse James
reply by the author on 29-Nov-2015
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Very clever, and a fairly accurate depiction of the election years. I like your wit and sarcasm. I also like the rhyme scheme and the flow of the poem. I understand your solution to the problem, but the problem will still be there when you get sober. I enjoyed reading your poem and wish others would write about it, too. Thanks for sharing your talent and opinion.
Peace, Jesse James
Comment Written 28-Nov-2015
reply by the author on 29-Nov-2015
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Thanks, I appreciate it.
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You are welcome.
Comment from kiwisteveh
I believe politics is the same all over the world - candidates will sell their soul to achieve any semblance of power, while any shred of decency and good will towards the people of the country is very hard to find.
Observing your mad presidential race from a safe distance, I wonder if I can discern who it is you have labelled as 'able to hear himself'....
Steve
reply by the author on 29-Nov-2015
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I believe politics is the same all over the world - candidates will sell their soul to achieve any semblance of power, while any shred of decency and good will towards the people of the country is very hard to find.
Observing your mad presidential race from a safe distance, I wonder if I can discern who it is you have labelled as 'able to hear himself'....
Steve
Comment Written 28-Nov-2015
reply by the author on 29-Nov-2015
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haha. Thank you, Steve.
Comment from nomi338
What do you do when the best option is not much better than the worst and neither is worth spit? Do you close your eyes and pick one or do you just bend over, grab your ankles and kiss your backside goodbye?
reply by the author on 29-Nov-2015
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What do you do when the best option is not much better than the worst and neither is worth spit? Do you close your eyes and pick one or do you just bend over, grab your ankles and kiss your backside goodbye?
Comment Written 28-Nov-2015
reply by the author on 29-Nov-2015
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I had to kiss my backside goodbye quite a while ago while I could still bend over to do it. LOL
