Our political leaders' reluctance to engage in dialogue and to uphold the tenets of democracy may erode public trust in them.
Politicians must give talks a chance to break stalemate
Let the truth be known: no one has any idea what’s going to happen to Bangladeshi politics.
Saturday’s violence may only be a premonition of much worse days to come
BNP’s real loss in announcing the sit-ins without proper coordination was giving the upper hand to the ruling party
Although it happens to be a prevailing practice, this culture of 'counter-programme' only indicates moral insecurity.
It doesn't bode well for our democracy
Authorities must prevent violence and legal intimidation targeting BNP activists
The Awami League at this point is not considering talks with the BNP to solve the current political impasse over the next general elections.
It doesn't bode well for our democracy
Authorities must prevent violence and legal intimidation targeting BNP activists
The Awami League at this point is not considering talks with the BNP to solve the current political impasse over the next general elections.
Misleading analyses can help propagate a narrative for immediate damage control, but are not helpful to overcome the real crisis.
It must be recognised that the election is not a one-day phenomenon – it is a process involving multiple interrelated steps
Business-as-usual approach to dealing with the opposition will not create the right condition for free polls
The BNP’s current risk-averse behaviour is not conducive to running a successful campaign
Restoring trust in the electoral process remains the biggest challenge
Regaining public confidence and trust in the Election Commission, which have been systematically destroyed by two previous commissions, is undoubtedly a tough task. Unfortunately, it seems the current EC, too, is failing us miserably.
We deserve free and inclusive polls.
