Response 2 (in rhyme)

The most fascinating thing, to me,
Is the paradox-filled tendency,
Of Capitalism’s business creed
To liberalize when serves its needs…

… And then enslave when serves its greed.

The same force that held Stuyvesant
From Quakers’ throats to make a cent
Will redefine “humanity”
By hue of skin for industry.

… Thus: “racial inferiority.”

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