we used to be friends, but now this

we've known each other

for forty years, but

we rarely talk

anymore

because of politics.

he's angry

and bitter and so far left 

he's almost

in China.

i lean

more right, but to the middle

of moderation.

it's not about the candidate

but the policies

i agree with.

why,

he says.

what happened to you,

i look at him

and say the same thing. maybe

after the election

we can

restore our friendship,

but it's doubtful.