Shouldn't Be

Refuge centres, care homes and the like,
All vying for their cause or plight.
Even the last place like hospices,
Relying on subsidies, to ease last wishes.

Charity for kids abused,
Donation money misused.
Just one story,
Of one charity.

Most are reputable, I'd like to agree,
But money breeds corruption, in our caring society.
An allowed travesty in a democracy.

Whatever form of government, plain to see,
All of the above shouldn't be.

poem by Guy Lipmore
Submitted by Poetry Lover
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