Privilege

Poetry by Ross Adamson

Original poems on inherited power and status, unearned wealth and unfair advantage. Rhymes about elitism, nepotism, exclusive entitlement and hereditary prerogative.

Partygate Pariah

Partygate Pariah

Bye-bye, Boris – on your bike. Party as much as you damn well like, But do it away from Number Ten And don’t show your face round there again ...

Poor Door

Poor Door

Door for the rich bloke – Grand, at the front; Door down a side lane For the poor c**t ...

The One Percent

The One Percent

Just one percent of people Own half of global wealth. They keep their fortunes tucked away With tax-evading stealth ...