Nation's Facade

by vanessarrr   Dec 9, 2004



That’s what they say but what really happened?
Have the facts been altered, or maybe even softened?
Is it too darn drastic to be put on newspapers?
If I ask them these things, would I even get answers?

Is telling the truth really that big of a task?
I might be too young, but sorry I gotta ask.
I know that it’s vital to make us feel safe and nice.
But pieces and bits would just never suffice.

I’m not trying to sound smart, I’m not brave-may I add.
I just had to shout that I sense a façade.
Please don’t just agree or challenge everything I say.
My poem ends here, but I won’t stop today.

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AUTHOR'S NOTES: i was reading the newspapers and articles about iraq. it's a short piece but the poem wrote itself.

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  • 19 years ago

    by Luke

    i like the poem as a piece even if i dont agree with the idea. i feel that the government has an obligation to lie to the people, to a degree. the poem was good and well written. talk to ya later.

  • 19 years ago

    by FTS Miles

    Another wonderful poem, and not just from the message, but the structure and the way you deliver the content.

  • 19 years ago

    by Allen

    Great work, very good message behind this poem and I totally agree, we can't trust the media 100%... Love you work as always :) keep up with the good work, take care ;)

  • 19 years ago

    by vanessarrr

    thank you everyone!

  • 19 years ago

    by Saravana Kumar S

    yes,u did ask a nice question here...there are so many things happening in that place that is hidden from us..you sure have a nice heart and sharp mind..lol....take care...FIVE>>>

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