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A Christian Writer Breaks His Silence
On a monastic retreat many years ago
At the guests’ table late on Sunday night
We were but few, and permitted to speak
But one was silent, who didn’t think it right
The Famous Writer, gaunt, and pale of cheek
He graced the company with his knowing smile;
His healing books, his poems about Christian peace
So noted for their teachings and grace-filled style
Made our poor converse seem like mere caprice
But as someone came ‘round with the coffee pot
He finally spoke: “Reagan ought to be shot!"
(My poor memory suggests that his actual words were, "That Reagan oughta be shot!" or "That Reagan needs to be shot!")
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