The killing in Iraq’s gone on so long Because you think the strong don’t say they’re wrong. To be so wrong so often is a curse, But being arrogantly wrong is worse. Still, briefings were a hoot. Our favorite feature? That tone–exactly like a third-grade teacher Explaining math to those forevermore Too slow to get promoted to grade four. And at the Pentagon we’ll never see Another boss who says, “Good gracious me!” So may you find, as down life’s road you’re wending, More folks to whom you’re always condescending.