A new Deal

political comment

 

A New Deal

 

The shouting and the tumult dies.

The people have declared their choice

they’ve chosen change: It’s no surprise.

 

The time has come long overdue

To break with past failed policies

 try something different something new.

 

Both candidates have done their best

 you must give credit where it’s due

But only one could pass the test

 

You’ve chosen your new president.

You did your bit let him do his

and hope that he proves competent.

 

To recognise what must be done

to rectify the errors of the past.

A daunting task for anyone.

 

Though he may lack experience

He’s flexible and he can learn.

 You have expressed your confidence.

 

Remember he is just a man

Alone he can’t work miracles

but with your help perhaps he can

 

But he needs space and he needs time

to work out the priorities

and what reforms to put in place.

 

He has inherited a mess

 which can’t be put right over night.

It has to be a slow process.

 

He’s not too proud to seek advice

he knows there’s much he does not know.

Just tinkering will not suffice

 

You have chosen by majority

to name him as your president

All that remains is wait and see.

 

If he’s the man the country needs

 to show us there’s a better way

Just hope and pray that he succeeds.

 

He cannot do it on his own

 and is entitled to expect

 active support from everyone.

 

Who’s proud to be American

Restore us to our rightful place

 amongst the family of man.

 

5-Nov-08

 

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Reviews

[David Lewis Paget]

I too was Barack-ing for Obama, and watched the vote for 4 hours live. A turning point in US history, which will affect the entire world. I just hope he's not the next President to get assassinated.

[WayzWithWordz]

very moving, i agree fully...not to mention i love the way it flow, it is very catchy. i wrote a political poem too about the election please check it out and let me know what you think
Thanks

[Cam]

I completely agree! Apparently America thought he was right for job and so do I, even though I can't actually vote, hehe but it's a change that the US needs, Great job!