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I haven’t been that enthusiastic about supporting the protesters in Iran simply because it isn’t exactly a choice between good and evil much less a true representation of democracy. But it is their country so whatever [...]
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The results of the Indian General Elections 2009 were declared couple of days back. It culminated a month-long polling exercise wherein more than 350 million cast a vote for their political overlords for the next five years. Amidst predictions of an upset victory by the NDA coalition led by the BJP and a severely fractured [...]
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The great Indian political tamasha begins in a few hours as India begins to count its votes cast in the previous month over five stages. As expected, respecting the wishes of the electorate isn’t even part of the discussion or analysis but rather what perks will be offered by the single-largest party to the numerous [...]
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Prime Minister Manmohan Singh on Friday said he did not wish to have a television debate with him (L.K. Advani)as he did not want to accord him the privilege of being “an alternative prime minister”.
Attacking Advani for repeatedly calling him a weak prime minister, Manmohan Singh retorted: “I am not used to abusive language. That [...]
Patrix | India, Politicking | 10 Comments »
In a first for Mumbai, a portal www.MumbaiVotes.com, with the city’s most comprehensive resource for reliable, meticulously researched, and objective information to track promises and performance of the city’s MP’s, MLA’s and Corporators as well as candidates standing for elections this year, has gone live. MumbaiVotes is currently tracking 915 politicians and has over 3681 newspaper articles, video interviews, election manifestos and legislative records that can be accessed with a simple search.
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In the spirit of retweeting, I’m reposting this from The Acorn:
General elections have been announced. If you are not on the voters list, or are not sure that you are, just go over to Jaago Re and register online as soon as possible. Spread the word. Bug your friends, family, colleagues and neighbors. Nag them [...]
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I’m confused. So if you live in an autocratic country, you face no recessions? Except you do. It is hilarious when proponents of freedom live in a demo-crazy.
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One of the complaints against George Bush was that he lived in a bubble. He never knew what the ground realities were or which way the public opinion was because his advisors kept him sheltered. He even admitted to not reading any newspapers. So it is refreshing to see a President answer questions from people [...]
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Written by Aditya (aditya [at] theindicast.com)
It’s been a little more than two week since the terror attacks happened and Indians have already forgotten about it and found solace in India’s test match victory. In the mean time political leadership in Maharashtra has changed. A new CM is in and an ex-deputy CM, Chaggan Bhujbal, who [...]
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“America remains a center-right country. Democrats should not make the mistake of viewing Tuesday’s results as a repudiation of conservatism or a validation of big government” – House Minority Leader John Boehner [source].
So let me get this straight – the Democrats win the White House with 350 electoral votes and 52-46 popular vote margin, [...]
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Michael Cera is the only bright spark in an otherwise listless comedy.
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Love political movies so loved this one too. Frank Langella plays a terrific Nixon.
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Outrageously funny. Not recommended for watching with your kids or parents.
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