Poems of the Week

A Chuck Wagon Wager

by Dan Campion

“Tariff Gambit Bets Americans Will Swallow Higher Prices”
The New York Times

To swallow higher prices, we
Will nibble fewer foods,
Lassoed into frugality—
So, good news, gals and dudes:
The tariffs almost guarantee
A leaner, meaner stew—
For USA obesity
A cure at last. Wahoo!