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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
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Problem is AL won't give up power
I have noticed that in the talk shows of different television channels, many participants when speaking about the present political unrest in the country declare that things have come to such a pass because one political party wants to remain in power and the other party wants to come to power. But, I think it is half-truth: the first part is correct while the second part is incorrect.
The Awami League-led government is trying to remain in power at any cost. They have become desperate and are behaving in the most outrageous ways. On the other hand, the opposition political party is reiterating their one and only demand of a free, fair and credible election in which people will be able to cast their votes without fear.
As the government is claiming that they have run the country' well, then why is it afraid to hold the election under a neutral government? The government must immediately restore CFG and save the country from destruction.
Nur Jahan
Chittagong
India can help us out
We have celebrated 43rd anniversary of Victory Day. Had there been no Indian support, this victory could have been very difficult and had there been no Bangabandhu, it would have been an impossible task. The entire nation would agree with me, I trust.
What emanates from the media is India has a difference of opinion with the US, which is causing problems. I would urge India not to insist on its position. Let BNP take part in the elections after meeting their demand for CTG system. Once a fair and participatory election is held, whoever leads the administration may bring back peace in the country. Let this annihilation of citizens be stopped first. The entire nation would be grateful to India.
Iqbal Ali Khan
Dhaka
Comments on post editorial, "PM's gift: A voterless election," published on December 20, 2013
Md. Zakir Hossain
Dear Mahfuz Anam , maintaining GDP above 6% is the achievement of the people working abroad, of farmers and garments workers, not of the government. The way the constitution was amended to suit a person's will shows she doesn't give a damn about people's rights. She wants to stay in power by fair means or foul.
Deep purple blue
Thanks for the good article, Mr. Editor.
Hasina is appointing MPs who are elected uncontested. The remaining 146 are candidates loyal to Hasina... does this not smell of Bakshal where the only leader nominates candidates?
Rumee
Bravo Mr. Anam for categorically denouncing the present situation created by the PM. Yes, the government has done a lot of good things (and you mentioned it), but those should be a part of another piece (in my honest opinion).
Salim Ullah
Now, it remains to be seen how far Sheikh Hasina would be able to display her political acumen to create a congenial atmosphere for exercising democratic norms, thus saving our hard-earned democracy' and country.
Aasfisarwar
I think 99% problem will be solved if an acceptable person heads poll-time government.
Snr Citizen
These are bold steps for public good. Who is sane and bold? We love to stay bystanders all our lives.
AshC.
And immediately reshuffle the entire administration and sack all those officials including the EC who showed their partiality towards AL candidates even in this farcical poll.
Akhtar Shah
Since this piece has been scribed, the language from both parties (as reported by TV and the press) is just as much (as before), if not more combative! Don't hold your breath!
"Of sleazy politics and sick politicians" (December 19, 2013)
Ibrahim Zaman
I was really amazed at the sense of humour and sarcasm of the writer.
Faisal
Sick or not, these politicians are serving their own bank balance very well, as a Daily Star report from today proves. These politicians are holding the 16 crore people hostage to serve their self-interests, and we are complying without any revolt. The latest example of disregard for the people is that the ruling party has already' self-elected its members to represent more than half the parliamentary' seats without even bothering to ask the respective citizens about their opinion.
Nasreen Chowdhury
Let's wait and see what the international community has to say about this charade in the name of democracy.