by Steven Kent

“Missouri state legislative candidate accused of trying to plant cocaine on opponent”
—The Guardian

My manic rival harps on hope
(Her sniffling, though, leaves much inferred).
She promised voters more straight dope,
And never spoke a truer word.

Consider who deserves your trust:
She’s proud of Joplin? Hey, I’m prouder!
Once her big campaign goes bust,
I guarantee she’ll take a powder.