Lindsey Graham
👤 SpeakerAppearances Over Time
Podcast Appearances
You step closer to him and detect the faint scent of alcohol in his breath.
He has dark circles under his wary eyes.
He's only 22, but you realize how much older he looks.
And exactly what are you working on?
"'My poetry, of course.
Aren't you studying mathematics and French this semester?
I don't recall poetry being part of the curriculum.
This isn't for class.
It's for myself and my true vocation.
I need more from life than scratchy uniforms, endless roll calls, and repetitive drills.
This place is oppressive.
Poetry is my escape.'
"'Well, what you call oppression, others call rules.
They're trying to instill discipline in us.
How else are they supposed to mold us into future officers?'
Poe's expression is inscrutable.
You check your watch.
Well, class starts in 15 minutes.
I don't want to have to cover for you again.
You should wash up.