If you’d direct the masses to go,
Not necessarily to war
This works just as well for any cause,
These are some rules you ought to know

It’s vital to give the crowd a show;
Remind them what we’re fighting for
And, if any of them seem to pause
Accuse them of loving the foe

Many in your party will be low –
Never, ever sound insecure
Or impatient – yes, they may be bores,
But you still need them, don’t you know?

Once you’ve won the crowd, don’t take it slow!
Be bold and let them gape in awe
Meet opposition with loud guffaws
Ridicule is simple to sow

Hold on tight to power, don’t let go
After all, that’s what power’s for
Bang the drum and magnify the cause
Lest supporters melt like spring snow

If you’d direct the masses to go,
Not necessarily to war
This works just as well for any cause,
These are some rules you ought to know

Form: La’Tuin

Prompt: Use the title of a book as the title of your poem. The poem doesn’t have to be connected to the book.