Why does the Evil thrive steadfast,
In a world so great and vast?  
The Evil is backed by sponsors bold,  
With wealth to pave its way with gold.

“But what of Good”, you wonder too,  
Does it not have support that’s true?
The Good relies on human hearts,  
On honor, empathy, and smarts. 

Why does the Good prevail at last,  
When darkness’ reign seems so vast?
For sponsors’ motives shift so fast,  
While the Good’s conscience will last.

Justice and truth – withstand the test,  
When sponsors’ wealth stream meets its rest,  
In the final reckoning, in the end,
On truth and conscience we depend.

               Paul Pinkhasik,  July 17, 2024

               Illustration by DALL-E