The war in Ukraine is taking a toll
People out in the autumn air, taking a stroll
The economy is fresh on our minds
As election time nears and we fight long lines
The homeless are sheltering in their tents
While others still finding ways to pay their rents
Gun violence is up all over the city
Another teenage bystander dies, what a pity
Chill in the air and a chill in the breeze
As a Street Sense vendor shouts “No rubles please!”
