Monthly Archives: March 2018

Transition Condition

Posted on March 20, 2018 by twitmericks

Theresa May drew a red line,/ Declaring no leader could sign/ The backstop position/ On border transition -/ But now it’s apparently fine./// https://www.theguardian.com/politics/2018/mar/19/uk-and-eu-agree-terms-for-brexit-transition-deal Theresa May drew a red line,Declaring no leader could signThe backstop positionOn border transition,But now it's … Continue reading →

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If the Cap Fits…

Posted on March 20, 2018 by twitmericks

There was an old fellow whose hat/ Was used as a backdrop to chat/ In Newsnight’s discussion/ And looked a bit Russian,/ Which caused a political spat./// http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-43463496 There was an old fellow whose hatWas used as a backdrop to … Continue reading →

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Hushin’ the Russians?

Posted on March 15, 2018 by twitmericks

A minister chosen by May,/ Who now represents the UK/ In global discussions,/ Instructed the Russians/ To shut up and just go away./// https://www.theguardian.com/politics/2018/mar/15/russia-ripping-up-the-international-rule-book-says-defence-secretary A minister chosen by May,Who now represents the UKIn global discussions,Instructed the RussiansTo shut up and … Continue reading →

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Korea Break

Posted on March 13, 2018 by twitmericks

The reason why Donald sacked Rex/ Is probably not that complex/ He had an idea/ About North Korea/ Which none of his staffers respex./// The reason why Donald sacked RexIs probably not that complexHe had an ideaAbout North KoreaWhich none … Continue reading →

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War of Nerves

Posted on March 12, 2018 by twitmericks

The UK is warning the Russians/ Of very severe repercussions;/ The Kremlin denies/ It’s poisoning spies/ But faces some awkward discussions./// http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-43377856 The UK is warning the RussiansOf very severe repercussions;The Kremlin deniesIt's poisoning spiesBut faces some awkward discussions.#RussianSpy #SalisburySpy … Continue reading →

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Carragher Spat

Posted on March 12, 2018 by twitmericks

A pundit who acted the yob/ Is fearful of losing his job/ As Sky believes spitting/ Is not the most fitting/ A use of his highly-paid gob./// A pundit who acted the yobIs fearful of losing his jobAs Sky believes … Continue reading →

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National Affront

Posted on March 12, 2018 by twitmericks

The FN can alter its name/ And dump Jean-Marie out of shame/ But isn’t it strange,/ The more racists change/ The more they remain just the same./// https://www.theguardian.com/world/2018/mar/11/marine-le-pen-marks-front-national-leadership-win-with-rebrand-proposal The FN can alter its nameAnd dump Jean-Marie out of shameBut isn't … Continue reading →

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Ramos Runs

Posted on March 10, 2018 by twitmericks

Real Madrid footballer Sergio/ Was gripped by a powerful urgio/ And ran to the can/ Mid-match, said Zidane/ To stop an embarrassing splurgio./// Real Madrid footballer SergioWas gripped by a powerful urgioAnd ran to the canMid-match, said ZidaneTo stop an … Continue reading →

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Korea Move

Posted on March 9, 2018 by twitmericks

The POTUS agreed on a whim/ To meet with a leader named Kim/ Who not long ago tarred/ Trump with the tag dotard,/ Implying he’s aged and dim./// The POTUS agreed on a whimTo meet with a leader named KimWho … Continue reading →

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Stormy Proceedings

Posted on March 8, 2018 by twitmericks

A president down on his luck/ Blamed media aide Sarah Huck/ For feeding the rush/ On his bid to hush/ The porn star he once used to find attractive./// A president down on his luckBlamed media aide Sarah HuckFor feeding … Continue reading →

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