this is not somewhere else but here,
our country moving closer to its own truth and dread,
its own ways of making people disappear.
—Adrienne Rich,
“What Kind of Times Are These”
Congratulations on your new government!
May I be the first to say that fascism really suits you!
We here at party HQ are confident you will enjoy this
exciting new chapter in our republic,
And all you have to do is sit back and live comfortably as God intended;
We will provide all the insight and direction you will ever need:
Difficult conversations?
A thing of the past!
Questions of life or death?
Decided!
We promise new and exuberant displays of strength
in defense of our heritage and your serenity.
So, surrounded by a renewed suburbia and state in bliss,
Salute the flag and hail our brave leader!
Sadly, some have chosen to walk the difficult road.
To those lost souls, we must remain vigilant;
Working together we can and will
stomp out threats to our prosperity!
Fear not!
For when reason fails, we’re here to help.
Fear not!
For faith in authority is the greatest truth.
Fear not!
For our triumph, you need do nothing.