My daughter, Ashley, is running for a student government position in her 5th grade class. I encouraged her to be as creative as possible when writing her speech, so she’d stand out among a sea of candidates. Since her classroom is Star Wars themed, she decided to run with that angle.

Election is on Friday. Fingers crossed.

STAR WARS CAMPAIGN POEM

A long time ago In an election far far away…

In the big galaxy Lived a rebel, Ashley Who wanted to lead And hoped to succeed I’ll work hard like a Wookie, And I’ll never play hooky Though green milk makes me puke, I’m trustworthy like Luke Like Leia, I’ll lead With the grace of light speed I’ll be your crusader Unlike Darth Vader I will clean up our school And tackle the trash If that sounds real cool Then please vote for Ash I will listen to all With opinions to share I am loyal like Ewoks With compassion to spare So as Yoda would say In his own special way, “Vote for Ashley, you must. She’s a girl you can trust “She will always be true. May the force be with you.”