The Knife Edge Of Denial Poem by Kurt Philip Behm

Does weaponizing a stolen truth
give you the right to lie

From this perverted use of power
do others run and hide

Is this how force is wielded
on the knife edge of denial

With rules you change to suit your needs
your sly deceitful smile

When the real truth comes upon you
will you hang your head in shame

And see what's false in all you've made
—for temporary gain

(Villanova Pennsylvania: October,2018)