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this dates from 1994. still, it has become much more poignant lately

Dave Frishberg, My Country Used to Be

I pledge allegiance to the flag of the good old USA
And to the values for which it stood
The home, the family, the neighborhood
'Cause while it lasted it sure felt good

Now I pledge allegiance to the bank
To my fixed rate second mortgage
To my friendly auto insurance man
To the IRS to the medical plan
To whatever's about to hit the fan
Cause hit the fan it will
And we will pay the bill

My country used to be
Famous for quality
We led the way
Now we buy overseas
Then beg the Japanese
To buy some products please
Made in USA

My country used to be
Land of productivity
We stocked the store
Now we make paper trails
Mergers and mega-sales
And then when all else fails
We make arms for war

My country used to be
Land of opportunity
Second to none
My country once was proud
We stood above the crowd
No need to shout out loud
"We're No. 1"
I hope my children live to see
A land like my country used to be