Old Politics

Not so long ago, in a country not too far away, perhaps in your part of the world, “Someone” said: ‘give them three strikes and they’re out!’

Who said that, asked? “Present Memory” with difficulty

A person once involved in the main British government, replied “Past Memory”

But, wasn't that someone else’s idea? Enquired “Present Memory” still showings signs of not fully comprehending.

 Yes, answered “Past Memory” It was once used to help reform justice in the United States of America. I believe it was some years ago, although I'm not sure.

So, how come it’s being used in our part of the world, here in England, for possible Social Security Reform against the poor? Asked “Intelligence.”

Because no one has any creativity, these days, sniggered “Plagiarism.”

Whatever happened to “Creativity” and “Originality”? Enquired, “Present Memory.”

They were engaged in a constant duel, until one began cancelling the other out until only one of them remained. It was a fight to the bitter end, answered “Death.”

Which one of them survived? Asked: “Life.”

Neither answered “Death.”

Why, Enquired: “Concern.”

Because the remaining one called “Creativity” had to fight to keep his position open, and he lost. He was too tired to go on. He was being overthrown by cheating at every corner of his existence, “Death” Answered.

Whom did he have to fight that could overcome ‘his’ talent, and make him feel wasted, asked “Intelligence.”

“Plagiarism” sniggered: “Me.”

You see, said “Everyone,” these days it is easier to copy than it is to create. It is easier to destroy than it is to build. As for the hierarchy of society, it is easier to ignore than to aid. It is easier to pass things by and to follow blindly where Angels would fear to tread. It is easier to stab a poor man in the back than it is to defeat a rich man!

That is why, my friends, said “Conscience” nobody gives an iota!

They all sat themselves down in their respective pews of power, on both sides of the house, then said and did nothing – for “Everyone” was too tired at hearing that same old story again!