Why does the Evil thrive steadfast,
In a world so great and vast?\u00a0\u00a0
The Evil is backed by sponsors bold,\u00a0\u00a0
With wealth to pave its way with gold.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
“But what of Good”, you wonder too,\u00a0\u00a0
Does it not have support that’s true?
The Good relies on human hearts,\u00a0\u00a0
On honor, empathy, and smarts.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Why does the Good prevail at last,\u00a0\u00a0
When darkness’ reign seems so vast?
For sponsors’ motives shift so fast,\u00a0\u00a0
While the Good’s conscience will last.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Justice and truth \u2013 withstand the test,\u00a0\u00a0
When sponsors’ wealth stream meets its rest,\u00a0\u00a0
In the final reckoning, in the end,
On truth and conscience we depend.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Paul Pinkhasik, July 17, 2024<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Illustration by DALL-E<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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