GRANDILOQUENCE

A man of honor as they thought,

waving, standing in front of the crowd,
speaking extemporaneously with conceit,
capturing and leaving the throng in awe.

"Tomorrow is a new day coming,
the hope, the future of today,
home for the homeless". . .
so lofty but empty promises.

Passed on from generation to generation,
dynasty of moneyed people,
each promises of heaven and earth,
making toy of those who believe.

Here comes a face so fresh,
a picture of strength and innocence,
delivering a new pledge,
but then again, it's an empty speech.