With each new term of the ruling regime, and each new provision or law, we have learnt a bit more of self-censorship.
Election campaigning for the 12th general election is going to end at 8:00 am tomorrow
It appears that all of the ruling party’s efforts revolve around the next election, not considering longer-term ramifications for itself.
Given the attitudes of Awami League and BNP as Bangladesh election draws closer, there is no reason for one to feel hopeful about having a peaceful and participatory election.
The Awami League and BNP could mutually agree to a code of conduct, pledging to ensure a free and fair election.
There are some big concerns we must address given the possibility of the political tension permeating our economic domain.
We will have problems mostly with the economy, and the people of the country will suffer from the outcome.
The outlook for Bangladesh appears grim as the nation once again grapples with a resurgence of violence.
The EC’s action has already contributed to the deterioration of the political situation, and it will continue to reverberate in the coming days.
It is disheartening that none of the country's ruling party leaders have so far demonstrated the courage to face the people with a credible electoral process.
The only way out of a controversial election is dialogue
