democracy

A cautionary tale of political transformation in Bangladesh

Beyond the constitutionally recognised political parties, there exists an invisible yet influential force in society: the “Comfort Party.”

The need for smart election observation

The return of multi-party democracy would be the first step necessary to reset Bangladesh’s embittered political culture.

Democracy in the digital age: Lessons from Bangladesh and beyond

The internet, once a mere repository of information, has evolved into the most formidable arena for political engagement.

Abul Mansur Ahmad’s 46th death anniversary / His lament was the unfulfilled promise of democracy

Following autocracy's fall, debates on the constitution, elections, & democracy intensify, echoing Abul Mansur Ahmad's insights.

Why Bangladesh needs deliberative democracy now

The July Revolution of 2024 marks Bangladesh's shift toward deliberative democracy.

Democracy ends where leadership begins

The Daily Star analysis of 25 political parties

From crisis to change: The right education can sustain the revolution

Standing on the isthmus of change, we must avoid any form of myopia.

You have crushed fascism, now strengthen democracy and press freedom

The Daily Star Editor Mahfuz Anam's appeal to the ‘new generation leaders’

We must build a foundation for genuine democracy

Democracy cannot operate as a simple majority steamroller, as we also saw in the early days of our independence.

May 9, 2025
May 9, 2025

A cautionary tale of political transformation in Bangladesh

Beyond the constitutionally recognised political parties, there exists an invisible yet influential force in society: the “Comfort Party.”

May 9, 2025
May 9, 2025

The need for smart election observation

The return of multi-party democracy would be the first step necessary to reset Bangladesh’s embittered political culture.

April 24, 2025
April 24, 2025

Democracy in the digital age: Lessons from Bangladesh and beyond

The internet, once a mere repository of information, has evolved into the most formidable arena for political engagement.

March 18, 2025
March 18, 2025

His lament was the unfulfilled promise of democracy

Following autocracy's fall, debates on the constitution, elections, & democracy intensify, echoing Abul Mansur Ahmad's insights.

February 23, 2025
February 23, 2025

Why Bangladesh needs deliberative democracy now

The July Revolution of 2024 marks Bangladesh's shift toward deliberative democracy.

January 5, 2025
January 5, 2025

Democracy ends where leadership begins

The Daily Star analysis of 25 political parties

December 28, 2024
December 28, 2024

From crisis to change: The right education can sustain the revolution

Standing on the isthmus of change, we must avoid any form of myopia.

November 30, 2024
November 30, 2024

You have crushed fascism, now strengthen democracy and press freedom

The Daily Star Editor Mahfuz Anam's appeal to the ‘new generation leaders’

November 17, 2024
November 17, 2024

We must build a foundation for genuine democracy

Democracy cannot operate as a simple majority steamroller, as we also saw in the early days of our independence.

November 16, 2024
November 16, 2024

A global wake-up call

The idea of dedicating a day to promote harmony and peaceful coexistence—a day that fosters diversity, justice, and understanding across borders, cultures, and beliefs—seems promising in theory.