Extraction Poem by Bill Upton

Hollywood explains life to us.
It enlightens us on social issues
And political agendas.
It teaches a new version of religion,
The don't ask-don't tell,
We are our own god,
Karma-based, anything goes dogma.
It further proves its case for wealth trumping morality.
It sequesters the elitists from the common man.
It turns artistic talent into idolatry.

Rappers also explain life to us -
In a way that desensitizes humanity.
They instruct us on issues such as respect for women,
Obedience to authority,
Discipline in education,
Adherence to responsibility.
They show us how to succeed in a different economy.

Neither group has the courage to stand for right.
Both groups espouse radical ideologies
In order to further selfish, attention-grabbing,
Unrighteous agendas.

Hollywood and rappers-
The roadmap for life in America 2016.
Come, thou long expected Jesus...
Please.