Tag: Machismos
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The Cave is Full
The poem is depicting a struggle against self-destructive tendencies. It reflects on the futility of trying to escape the metaphorical tunnels of life, created by misguided thinking. Ultimately, it suggests that efforts to achieve immortality through ignorance only lead to deeper entrapment.
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The Don Administration aka The United State’s Rooster Corporation!
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In a world filled with overwhelming negativity, the poet finds solace in the authentic voice of Senator Bernie Sanders, emphasizing the importance of genuine leadership. A contrast is drawn between toxic discourse and the uplifting wisdom of true statesmanship, suggesting hope and inspiration can arise from embracing authenticity in politics.
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Aspirin
The poem explores the juxtaposition of professional wrestlers and boxers, highlighting their vulnerabilities and fears, particularly the fear of death. Despite their tough exterior, they are portrayed as children wrestling with their fears, engaging in violent competition as a means to confront and suppress these deep-seated anxieties.
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How True Wise
The content questions the necessity of respect, loyalty, and consistency when loyalty can be misplaced. It critiques the harshness of enduring lies, the rigidity of unchanging perspectives, and the misinterpretation of honest disagreement as disrespect. The piece urges reflection on these complex dynamics in relationships.
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The Significance of Insignificance
In a heartfelt reflection, the author expresses the profound impact of grief and loss, likening it to dying. The struggle to write and acknowledge these feelings highlights our collective human insignificance. Emphasizing the importance of awareness, the piece calls for humility and understanding in our shared existence, with all living beings.
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A Stepped On Bomb
The poem explores the cycle of emotional turmoil and self-reflection. It suggests that after an explosive emotional outburst and subsequent embarrassment, one should reassess and articulate their feelings. The journey involves navigating through potential emotional triggers while striving to reach a thoughtful understanding of the central issue.
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Know the Unknown
The unsettling truth behind soldiers—known and unknown—unveils a sinister manipulation by mass media. Don’s reign feeds off our death anxiety, reliving horrors through theatrics in war cemeteries. This insatiable cycle of fear drives chaos and conflict, demanding we confront the unknown to break the chains of perpetual warfare and achieve world peace.
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American Heartburn
The content suggests that engaging with provocative or spicy news can quickly lead to heightened emotions and intense reactions. This is depicted through the metaphor of chewing on such news, which results in the use of sharp or caustic language, reflecting the negative impact of sensationalism.
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