Attack of a Deadly Virus

When dealing with a serious crisis,

We need a leader whose words inspire us,

Not one who tries to cover up facts

In dealing with the spread of a virus.

 

Coronavirus (COVID 19)

Around the globe is quickly spreading.

If we--the public--remain uninformed,

Into what dark abyss are we heading?

 

At first the president seemed less concerned

About our welfare--our protection--

And more concerned about how the matter

Affects his chances of reelection.

 

Downplaying the words of the experts,

He doesn't want the markets to panic.

If we aren't told the truth, however,

The consequences could be titanic.

 

Censoring the information

From health officials isn't wise.

We will be subjected to more

Of the Trump administration's lies.

 

For Mike Pence to lead the response

Doesn't make any sense at all.

When dealing with a health crisis

In Indiana, he dropped the ball.

 

Governmental agencies

Created to deal with crises as such,

Have been hollowed out by Trump,

Who has the reverse Midas touch.

 

The head of the HHS:° guess who.

A former lobbyist! Oh, yes.

And for big pharma. Watch him make

The crisis into a bigger mess.

 

Trump must be the protagonist

In every drama, someone has said.

While he blathers, how many people

Will die from having been misled?

 

A leader needs certain qualities

To fight all kinds of vicious attacks:

Honesty and competence--

Two important things ours lacks.

 

-by Bob B (2-28-20)

 

°Health and Human Services