Shadows of Oligarchy

Power’s grip

Power's grip, the few prevail,  
Many voices muted, frail.  
Democracy, a distant dream,  
In oligarchy's dark scheme.

Wealth and might in few hands lie,  
Middle class left to struggle, sigh.  
Justice sold, truth denied,  
In oligarchy's chilling tide.

Economic chains tightly bound,  
Opportunities scarce, nowhere found.  
In hearts of many, courage burns,  
To rise, resist, and take their turns.
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