ALOOF

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 Certain conditions come to a standstill
 There are sides of course
 but only one truth and
 the resolution may not represent truth
  
 Actions are taken, demands made
 These are brushed aside as non-relevant
 People in general go on with their lives
 Underneath it all, they know derision 
  
 Still they have no say
 although opinions are not scarce
 Paths can be taken; each has consequences
 There are costs involved; winners and losers
  
 Winners will celebrate; losers retaliate
 What seems so obvious is clouded
 Cultural differences enter the fray
 Boil it down and it points to power
  
 Power and control over people or land
 If this is mentioned, the accused walk away
 They want no discussion involving truth
 More investigations and sanctions
  
 Human treasure has no value
 We are not above it all; alertness is essential
 Everything in a sense is local
 We must stay focused
  
 Be prepared to act
 Stay alert at our posts
 Nip things in the bud
 Don’t you agree?
  
 Stanski
 October 16, 2019 ^