Do we believe that our typical MP whose perception about national security stops at gang wars of Balia or Saharsa is qualified to vote or even have an opinion on the deal? He will support it if his party says so and he does not lose any votes in the bargain. Similarly he will oppose it if his party says so and will sell to his Muslim voters to gain more votes.
Do we really expect these oafs to understand the 123 agreement, Hyde act and implications on long term national security and energy needs. Ask them to define energy or power and they will point to their henchmen carrying unlicenced guns!
On a similar tone, do we expect voters who keep voting for people like Raja Bhaiya to understand the nuances and be discerning? Our voters do not expect nor demand, a symbolic support on agricultural issues when it comes to seeking accountability of elected representatives.
So what does it boil down to? It is the responsibility of established and respected (!) leaders of main political parties in tandem with civil servents and corporate honchos to find the right direction.
Unfortunately, MMS is not credible enough even in Congress. Amma has not committed herself to any direction and as a result the congressman is not able to tell whether deal is good or bad unless word comes from 10 Janpath.
BJP has sqaundered an opportunity to be seen as a party for progressive India. It should have understood congress may be their enemy but commies are country's enemies. cont...
