"I feel that the American constitution is among the closest to ideal as the world has seen but, unfortunately, it's been bastardized by crooked politicians and special interest groups.", says EVW and I agree completely.
The important thing to remember is that none of us have lived under the true potential of what the constitution of the United States has to offer because the corruption dates back further than any of us who are alive today.

If you don't mind Eric I'd like to consider these things when thinking about politicians;
-campaign promises should not be considered as "their goals"- a politician only has one goal and that is to get relected.

• keep in mind that every politician is bought and paid for by some special interest group. We would be very naive to think that today's politicians would vote to eliminate their herd of cash cows also known as "lobbyists" so it is paramount that we vote ALL OF THEM OUT.
• there is no two party system in the USA. It is a one party system with two factions. Doesn't matter what one side says about the other... at the end of the day they are all "buddies" engaging in all sorts of "funny business". None of them are ever held accountable to the public in a court of law.
• The same politicians who locked us down for COVID-19 for two years, ruined our economy, and have devalued the dollar by printing billions to fund wars in other countries want us to VOTE FOR THEM again. ( call me crazy... but no way in hell am I voting for anyone currently holding office in the senate or congress) I'd rather vote for someone with no eductation and no experience in politics than contribute my vote to the existing crop of guzbucks in office.

One last thing... #2000Mules , have you seen that movie yet? If you haven't I encourage you to do so. Because the 2022 elections are setting up to be a replay of the 2020 elections and it will show you just how things were done in order to over throw the election of the president. Granted this isn't a presidential election year but the stakes are really high for keeping this fraudulent government going so any politician who isn't commenting on the movie in a positive tone tells you that they are part of the problem rather than part of the solution to correct the problems.
Great poem you wrote here, I always enjoy reading your writings. Take care and bless you and the family.
Until next time ,
Sult