Classic Poem

1

Whereas the race homo sapiens , having
overrun and subjugated the earth,
desolating and poisoning sections thereof,
now threatens instant or gradual
destruction to the rest, Therefore

Be it resolved: That Man
may no longer number among his freedoms
that of refusing his stewardship;
that the phrase " general welfare " henceforward
be constructed as referring to the earth
and all its inhabitants, plant
and animal (excluding such
microbes, insects and parasites as
from time to time might be designated)
and to their natural habitats;
and that acts of Congress addressing
social, commercial and diplomatic
matters be framed accordingly
and their results monitored accordingly.

2

" That the Congress be, and is, directed
to frame and pass procedural rules
as well as general laws
in furtherance of the above."