Philanthropy

Ordnance of the wealthy, corrupt
Sculpting the public image.
Garnishing with admiration, cloaking gall.
Mass murder and grand larceny
Have to, in some way, come clean in the books.
 
Money is fabricated out of thin air.
Know that you don't know anything.
When debt is created, pockets are lined
This is the white way in a dark world.
When the receipts are missing, the cash is stashed.
Black must then become white for the sake of tax.
 
All of this ultimately boils down to charity.
Deplorable or reliable, evil or honest
Easiest way to wash the attic and eyes of the tax officers.
Feigning effigies and respect in the face of media
As they donate to those they've stolen from with a hearty smile.
Neither will recognize, but will be eternally grateful the other exists.
Just an excuse to wake up in the morning and not feel awful.