Monday, October 11, 2010

Carl Paladino's pride


I saw Carl Paladino
in a gay pride parade
on a prancing palomino
horse-trading away.

I woke from this dream
but all that remained
was the horse-dung that steamed
near the street's sewer drain.



CNN: Carl Paladino's (R-NY) statement on gay pride
Update Oct 12, 2010: an apology

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placed in Poets United Poetry Pantry #12


7 comments:

  1. MaryOctober 11, 2010 at 6:43 AM

    Not living in NY, and not having heard anything on the news about Carl Palodino, this poem leaves me with questions.

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  2. AnonymousOctober 11, 2010 at 9:29 AM

    Nice imagery here... Love and Light, Sender

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  3. Sherry Blue SkyOctober 11, 2010 at 12:44 PM

    Love the dream followed by the reality on waking. Good one!

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  4. ZouxzouxOctober 11, 2010 at 4:30 PM

    Bravo! Very clever.

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  5. The Square CornerOctober 11, 2010 at 8:35 PM

    Cleverly rendered. You add a rhythm to your verse.

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  6. Eileen T O'Neill .....October 11, 2010 at 8:37 PM

    Philip,
    In order to understand your words, I 'did some reading and research'. I now understand completely, the sentiments and thoughts of your reality and dream.
    It was probably more of a nightmare....
    From my understanding of Mr Paladino!

    Best wishes, Eileen

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  7. Brother OllieOctober 13, 2010 at 11:34 AM

    poetry meets reality - nice

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