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TIEd Up in Overcompensation

by Rolph David

These two sharp and cheeky limericks poke fun at Trump’s famously long tie — and what it might be compensating for. They each want to wrap political satire and playful innuendo into five perfect lines.

Trump’s tie hangs down to his thigh, to distract from what’s small — wonder why? He shouts and he brags, but rumour still nags: It’s all just a well-tailored lie. And another:

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Tuesday 18th March 2025 3:25 pm

satire   humour   limerick   Trump   political humour   naughty poetry   wordplay   tie joke   adult humour   innuendo

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