(A song-monologue on
the first
anniversary of an
election)
"Pretend that
you care
Even if you don't.
Say you'll come
through,
Even if you won't.
Surround yourself
With lackeys who
will kiss
Your billionaire ass
Or else they'd be
remiss.
"Pretend that
you
Are richer than you
are.
Keep on doing
What's gotten you
this far.
Seek out help
From those who can
provide
Ways to gather
Assets you can hide.
"Pretend
religion
Means a lot to you.
Keep admirers
In your field of
view.
They'll forgive you,
Even when you're
rude.
They won't see
That they are being
screwed.
"Pretend your
knowledge
Of history is vast.
Tell people your
Skills are
unsurpassed.
If you remain
Stubborn and opaque,
Your fans will not
See that you're a
fake.
"Pretend that
your country--
Ever since your
youth--
Has meant more than
money,
Though that's not
the truth.
Divisiveness
Works like a charm.
Lying won't
Do any harm.
"Pretend you're
loyal.
Loyalty is grand--
At least until
Inquiries expand.
If your cronies
Ever cause a fuss,
You can throw them
Under the bus.
"Pretend that
you
Are stronger than
you feel.
Just keep on
Polishing your
spiel.
Continue to threaten
To silence the news.
You as the leader
Can do as you
choose.
"Pretend…
Just pretend…
Just pretend."
(11-8-17) By Bob B
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