He Said, (S)He Said

One guy says the other guy did it;

The other guy denies it.

The world watches the back and forth

As stations televise it.

 

In what the one doesn't say

Much can be inferred

If the listener carefully

Examines every word.

 

When the other opens his mouth

Different worlds collide

As outrageous accusations

Knock the truth aside.

 

The first one has a sterling record;

The other one's pants are on fire.

Would you believe the first one OR

The pathological liar?

 

(6-10-17) By Bob B