NOV 18, American satire: cabinet confirmation -- c

 

a) Reprise of material posted on November 18, in previous years ...

2020: waterfowl, American white ibises (illustrated poem)  

2021: etymology, mystery (illustrated poem)

2022: classic palindromes, Ida's denial. (poem) 
2023: basic medical science, visual cortex (poem)

b) Today's Offering (Nov 18, 2024):

poetry lyrics:/ Once confirmed in my struggle intense,/ In my role

 as the Sec. of Defense,/ I'll be strong and so willing,/  Abstaining from swilling/

 (Read my books for the screeds/ On America's needs),/

 And I'll lead that Crusade. Let's commence.  

Authors' Note: The particular nominee we had in mind is discussed on Wikipedia HERE.

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