They Taught Me

They taught me the golden rule

and laugh as I try to live it

They claim I am a fool

that evil nature is a given

There’s really no hope in changing

and there’s really no hope for good sense

so have “good sense” and accept it

And also — you must repent!

Their minds are so messy and dull

but I guess it helps get sleep

I don’t claim to be anything special

but at least your own words, keep?

If stealing is wrong, then why “taxation”?

If killing is wrong why no reservation

to kill strangers for strangers in suits?

— as if God gave a fuck about flags and the news

Golden rule — I see now what you really did mean:

“Do as I say and believe in a dream”

full of blood, and hell, and motherless sorrow

And I promise! Just wait! Things will change… tomorrow