We hold these Truths to be self evident,
that all Men are created equal,
that they are endowed by their Creator
with certain unalienable Rights,
that among these are Life, Liberty,
and the Pursuit of Happiness—
These United States, (constantly we’re told)
Love elections, freedom, above all peace.
Those claims our founders made that we still hold:
“All men are created equal” (cute tease,
Not so?). It’s what they firmly taught in school
But what they didn’t tell: those principles,
Clear and unambiguous did not rule;
That this exceptional, invincible,
Rich, raggedy Republic must come first.
Don’t take my word—Google our frequent wars,
Include incursions—Panama, accurst
Grenada, the Philippines, those soul sores.
Don’t wince, or grieve, wail, or be astonished—
Fuck peace, these wars breed wealth they admonish.
(2/26/13)