Political Commentary

Series of senryu.

Political Truths

Broken promises

falling like dead autumn leaves,

so unfair to all.

 

09/09/19

 

The Decimation Of Democracy

The people voted

now our representatives

fail to honour us.

 

09/09/19

 

Rank Outsiders

The ruling classes

have the people where they want,

right under their thumbs.

 

10/09/19

Author's Note

Reviews

[Beccy]

There has rarely, if ever, been, 'political truth,' only; as we are now witness to, promises drowned in rhetoric. As for the ruling classes, same as it was, same it will ever be.

As for the referendum; I confess to voting remain, mostly for what I saw as the economic advantage of continued business links, rather than taking a leap of faith and trusting to luck that the rest of the world would welcome us with open arms, which I thought rather unlikely. Nevertheless, whilst still being on the side of remain, I fully accept the democratic majority verdict, which was to leave the EU; and to do otherwise, would be a betrayal of every principle of fairness I hold dear.

Beccy.

[John Alexander McFadyen]

An honest perspective Beccy. But I recall New Zealand Lamb and other commonwealth goods. The world has moved on since we joined in 1973 and markets are truly global and thus old economic models have little value. There are of course valid arguments on both sides and as our esteemed leaders, bankers and economists could not predict the crash of 2007/2008 I fail to trust their predictions now, which are of course divided! I do respect your view on democracy though and I would hate to see the backlash in political and social terms if the referendum result is denied. Many thank yous for your open and honest comment.

[Beccy]

Agreed, the world has indeed changed since 1973, as it has changed since the days of the British empire, and as it ever will change. My own thoughts are that our position in the EU is both unique and advantageous to our economy and thus to the overall well being of our nation state. Most importantly we have kept our own currency, which allows us great flexibility in all markets. In truth, I can only see a downside to leaving; better I feel, to lobby for change within, rather than from without.

Ultimately, as and when we leave, the widget producer who sells his widgets to members of the EU, will still have to ensure said widgets conform to the EU standards currently in force; and in the case of multi cross border supply chains, it will be even more complicated. And then of course we have the greedy and opportunist jump on the bandwagon factor don't we. You know; 'Sorry the price has gorn up guv, but it's Brexit to blame, not me!'

Watch this space. :))

Beccy

[Sam Gregory]

Couldn't agree more with the words in this piece, we're in very frustrating times where the illusion of representation is slipping. A caretaker pm led by Corbyn is almost certain now unfortunately. I used to vote Labour but I could never support a second referendum, Boris Johnsons the only Tory I somewhat like but all of these people are out of touch. You sum up the times we're in very well here :)

[John Alexander McFadyen]

Thank's Sam. Let's just have faith and hope we don't have to take to the streets to defend our democratic right.

[Chris Shaw]

What about us? Great choice of music. Yes indeed, we have the fall of democracy taking place under our noses. I couldn't agree more with the content of each senryu. We face the possibility of all the opposition parties staging a coup, a fixed up job to topple Boris yet prevent an election taking place. You couldn't make it up. Your posted image would have been more appropriate if it had been Banksy depicting his chimps on the green benches. Great political commentary John. Good morning.

Chris

[John Alexander McFadyen]

Morning Chris. I still see the outcome of us leaving. John Major (another traitorous anti democrat) highlighted the mechanism open to the Government to overcome the 'Surrender Act'. A further prorogue of Parliament and then suspension of that Act and the deed is done. That does not of course prevent a new government trying to take us back into Europe in the future! Many thanks Chris.

[Chris Shaw]

I hope you are right. I fear a caretaker government with a remainer like Amber Rudd as caretaker PM. She's up to something. I think there will be a vote of no confidence soon and the opposition trying to take control without Corbyn. He is their stumbling block. Did you see The Attorney General, Sir Geoffrey Cox's turkey speech. It was magnificent.

[John Alexander McFadyen]

Just watched it and I thought he was a wobbler some time back. Glad he isn't as he is an articulate and powerful orator!

[Chris Shaw]

I watched it live as he faced the wrath of a baying opposition. He nailed it, very powerful and you know how good it was because of the uproar it caused.

[Paul Bell]

Remember, Your vote counts.
It doesn't really, but the slogan rocks.
Common people are there to die in wars.
The spoils always go to the rich, and probably always will.
On that cheery note, are we still in Europe.

[John Alexander McFadyen]

Exactly that Paul. Many thanks.

[Barbara Walker]

Couldn't agree more and you said it all so well. Pink's song goes with it perfectly.

[John Alexander McFadyen]

Thank you Barbara; sorry for the delay but been away on holiday.

[Linda Marie Van Tassell]

Sadly … this is a commentary reflective of reality on both sides of the pond. People gather to protest, demanding change, provoked by one group or another to serve its own purpose, but nothing changes. They gather to protest global warming/climate change; but when they depart, they leave behind mounds of garbage. Celebrities gather to do the same, while flying on their private jets polluting the air and living in multi-million dollar homes where the electric bills are 100 times greater than the average person. The rich are hypocrites, the poor are pawns. All in all, the people are to blame. The government is a symptom of the disease. One cannot abdicate his throne and then complain when he has lost his crown. Until the people assume the mantle of responsibility that they so casually cast aside, nothing will change.

[John Alexander McFadyen]

Indeed you encapsulate the disease so well, thank you for reading.

[Coyote Poetry]

Here in the USA. Multi-millionaires run our government. We lost already. Rich people running your country. They will control all things. Powerful and needed words shared John.
Coyote

[John Alexander McFadyen]

Agreed, we are not even pawns, mere cattle fodder. Cheers dear poet.

[Coyote Poetry]

You are right my friend. Just cattle and sheep. Cheers John.

[jacob erin-cilberto]

oh these are so true...not even an autumn, they have us in the throes of their winter...not serving us, just serving themselves.
amen....

[John Alexander McFadyen]

Indeed that winter is so true. Thank you for reading Jacob.