Deadline Poet
One Bush Scenario
With Democrats he must entice, he
Has proven good at making nicey.
So now, if everyone relaxes,
He'll sharply cut all rich folks' taxes
And help the oil biz and tobacco
And nominate some right-wing wacko
As Justice--qualified, he'll promise,
Like Daddy did with Clarence Thomas.
The Democrats will fold in batches,
And light cigars with White House matches.
About the Author
Calvin Trillin
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