The Corrupt Politician's Ride

    By Hector W.B.França

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    15 Mar, 2024

    a man in a suit and tie riding a motorcycle in a destroyed city street with a building in the background, viennese actionism, a matte painting, Doug Ohlson, promotional image

    The corrupt politician cruised through the demolished neighborhood on his motorbike, reveling in the sight of the stadium he had helped to build. His sinister smile was a testament to his lack of remorse.

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    The residents watched him go by with a mix of anger and despair. They had lost their homes, their community, and their peace, all for a game they couldn't even afford to watch.

    a man in a suit and tie standing in front of a crowd of people in a stadium with a stadium light, assemblage, a digital rendering, Doug Ohlson, promotional image

    Inside the stadium, the corrupt politician basked in the cheers of the crowd. Oblivious to the neighborhood's plight, the spectators were excitedly gearing up for the robot versus human match.

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    Meanwhile, the residents of the destroyed neighborhood held a meeting. They were determined to stop others from attending the event, to bring attention to their predicament.

    a large group of men standing in a street next to each other in front of a building with a sky background, antipodeans, a photo, Andreas Gursky, award-winning photograph

    The residents took to the streets, their anger fueling their determination. They formed a human barricade, pledging to prevent anyone else from attending the match.

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    The corrupt politician, unaware of the residents' plan, continued to revel in the festivities. He was too engrossed in his own victory to notice the brewing storm.

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    The residents confronted the spectators at the entrance, their passionate pleas echoing through the air. They revealed the harsh reality behind the gleaming stadium, shocking the crowd.

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    News of the protest reached the corrupt politician. His smile faded as he realized his victory might be short-lived.

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    The residents' protest gained momentum as more spectators joined them. The festive atmosphere was replaced with chants of justice, the stadium now a symbol of corruption.

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    The corrupt politician watched helplessly as his victory turned into a public relations disaster. His image as a benevolent leader was shattered, exposing his true nature.

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    In the aftermath, the residents felt a renewed sense of hope. The corrupt politician was finally held accountable, bringing some justice to their destroyed neighborhood.

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    The corrupt politician's ride that day marked the beginning of his downfall. His dream of a grand stadium was overshadowed by the resilience of a small neighborhood.

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