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In a stunning turn of events that has left political pundits and average citizens alike rubbing their eyes in disbelief, the Supreme Court has made a landmark decision that could potentially unravel the fabric of political strategy as we know it. The ruling, which came as a complete surprise to many, suggests that the concept of legislationn" as understood by the modern Congress may need a complete overhaul.
The decision, authored by the enigmatic Justice Gavel, posits that the traditional process of drafting, debating, and passing laws has been, in the words of the Supreme Court, "an elaborate charade, akin to a Shakespearean play that has distracted the public from the true machinations of governance." The Court has declared that, henceforth, all legislation must be written in iambic pentameter, the classic verse of the Bard, to ensure that it reflects the "authentic will of the people."
The reaction in Congress has been a mix of outrage and panic. Senator Wordsmith (R-Elouquence) called the ruling "an affront to the hardworking legislators who have tirelessly crafted laws that reflect the needs and desires of their constituents, often in prosaic and less-than-poetic language." His counterpart, Senator Lyric (D-Verses), countered with a rousing speech that, ironically, was difficult to follow for most attendees.
As the Senate convened an emergency session to discuss the implications of the ruling, Senator Cliffhanger (I-Plot Twists) proposed an amendment that would allow for legislation to be written in a variety of literary styles, including sonnets, epics, and even haiku. This proposal was met with both applause and groans, as senators grappled with the reality that their future legislative careers could hinge on their poetic prowess.
The political fallout has been swift and far-reaching. Political strategists are scrambling to recalibrate their campaigns, with ad executives now facing the challenge of creating jingles that rhyme and appeal to the masses. Meanwhile, lobbyists are flocking to poetry workshops, hoping to win over lawmakers with carefully crafted couplets rather than well-funded lobbying efforts.
As the nation braces for the unprecedented poetic legislative sessions, the Supreme Court stands firm, with Chief Justice Sonnet declaring, "Let us not mince words; it is time for our laws to reflect the beauty and complexity of the language we use every day. After all, what is law but the poorest sort of poetry."
In this new era of legislative expression, only time will tell if the Supreme Court's bold decision will lead to a more engaged and literary citizenry, or if it will simply result in a sea of red pens as lawmakers and legislative aides alike struggle to draft a bill that doesn't end in a limerick.
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