the quest for justice and fairness
shouldn’t destroy the unity
and integrity of a nation’s people

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many invited were unworthy
of others called for the wedding party
those improperly clad were sent out

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cure for corruption comes
from a cleansing spark that grows aflame
in hearts and minds of all citizens

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corruption is so rampant and colossal
that the ‘for’ group is huge
the ‘against’ group confounds

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in most world nations today
a few live in incredible prosperity
while myriads live in gloom of stark poverty

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it is wiser for government, politicians, parties
those can't address key issues of people
to seek re-election

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Ruth, a Moabite widow, gleaned ears of corn
God made her wife of the landlord, Boaz
Obed, her son was born

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corruption is a global phenomenon
no time frame can be set to root it out
just people’s will and solidarity can

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can corruption be curbed
by a bill brought by a corrupt bureaucracy
against its own vested interests and freedom?

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afilled with true stories, the Holy Bible
details wonders and miracles of God
to strengthen people’s faith in Him

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