Did we think it would be easy?
Did we think it would be nice?
Did we think we’d take stand
And that there wouldn’t be a price
Is it easier to grapple with
The massive debt that’s owed
Or to take the nation’s can
And kick it further down the road
Did we think they would resign
Or just politely go away
Didn’t we know each time we stumbled
They’d be out there making hay
The problems in our lives
Confirm there are no easy fixes
Food for thought shouldn’t be consumed
From ultra-processed mixes
Election day was crucial
As was election night
But that was not the end
Just the beginning of the fight
Is your spirit made of straw
Or is your spirit made of sticks
With the way the wind is blowing
Better find a house of bricks
Did we think it would be pleasant
Did we think it would be fun
There are miles filled with pain
Each time a marathon is run
But if I ever ran one
I bet it would be stunning
And the contest that we’re in
Is sure a race that’s worth the running
