A relative
is devoted to
a certain former US president.
It doesn’t matter
what
is revealed about this person.
The relative
will support him.
And he will twist himself
into knots
trying to explain
why that revelation
isn’t a bad thing.
Because the relative
won’t EVER admit he’s wrong.
I’ve known him
for decades
and he has never admitted
he’s made a mistake.
He believes
not admitting he’s wrong
makes him look strong.
It makes him look weak.
And foolish.
And not at all trustworthy.
Admitting we’re wrong
is an act of strength.
It relays
we can make mistakes
and still be worthy
of leadership.
Admit when you’ve made a mistake.
And never trust someone
who won’t admit
they’re wrong.