Early Works - The Indians Had It Right

For The Native Americans The Indians had it right when they said white man speaks with fork tongue. The Indians spoke with politicians whose words twisted like a snake in the grass, whose promises broke like piecrust. The politicians claim to fame was their broken words. “Oh yes this will be your promised land” then whisper to themselves “when we send you to an early grave.” “Oh come along and vote for me (for I will put you there.) I’ll take the milk from your child’s mouth and make him illiterate as well. Don’t worry just vote for me. Date unknown. Authors Note: This poem is dedicated to all the tribes of Native Americans for their tenacity in front of the white men who stole their lands.