November 6th
History was determined
we saw hero Hector fall
dragged behind a chariot
as a warning to us all.
I may want to feel aggrieved
gnash my teeth, pull out my hair
but I’ve an understanding
that’s deflated my despair.
We lost to vox populi
there was no conspiracy
just discontented masses
lots cast in sincerity.
And while this battle’s ended
war endures and won’t relent
increasing the helplessness
that’s elected a tyrant.
Divining my position
what is owed versus what’s mine
comfort’s perceived Faustian
when the future’s on the line.
Ashamed that my diversions
bring me joy and warmth at night
competing for attention
as distractions from the fight.
Though perhaps the start we need
stopping suffering and pain
is to dedicate our lives
to each other once again.
For each reluctant warrior
prays for peace while standing strong
accepting confrontation
won’t right wrong for very long.
It’s hard to counter hatred
without those who disagree
ignoring red state people
forestalls our comradery.
Stay vigilant companions
holding fast to your beliefs
but don’t give into anger
or you’ll never find relief.
These four years won’t be easy
they’ll take toil and sacrifice
we must take up the mantle
if we love our way of life.
Go demonstrate shared interest
find where common ground exists.
celebrate what unites us
show them why our view persists.
Matt Duffy is a teacher in Pajaro Valley
History was determined
we saw hero Hector fall
dragged behind a chariot
as a warning to us all.
I may want to feel aggrieved
gnash my teeth, pull out my hair
but I’ve an understanding
that’s deflated my despair.
We lost to vox populi
there was no conspiracy
just discontented masses
lots cast in sincerity.
And while this battle’s ended
war endures and won’t relent
increasing the helplessness
that’s elected a tyrant.
Divining my position
what is owed versus what’s mine
comfort’s perceived Faustian
when the future’s on the line.
Ashamed that my diversions
bring me joy and warmth at night
competing for attention
as distractions from the fight.
Though perhaps the start we need
stopping suffering and pain
is to dedicate our lives
to each other once again.
For each reluctant warrior
prays for peace while standing strong
accepting confrontation
won’t right wrong for very long.
It’s hard to counter hatred
without those who disagree
ignoring red state people
forestalls our comradery.
Stay vigilant companions
holding fast to your beliefs
but don’t give into anger
or you’ll never find relief.
These four years won’t be easy
they’ll take toil and sacrifice
we must take up the mantle
if we love our way of life.
Go demonstrate shared interest
find where common ground exists.
celebrate what unites us
show them why our view persists.
Matt Duffy is a teacher in Pajaro Valley