Beyond the constitutionally recognised political parties, there exists an invisible yet influential force in society: the “Comfort Party.”
The return of multi-party democracy would be the first step necessary to reset Bangladesh’s embittered political culture.
The internet, once a mere repository of information, has evolved into the most formidable arena for political engagement.
Following autocracy's fall, debates on the constitution, elections, & democracy intensify, echoing Abul Mansur Ahmad's insights.
The July Revolution of 2024 marks Bangladesh's shift toward deliberative democracy.
The Daily Star analysis of 25 political parties
Standing on the isthmus of change, we must avoid any form of myopia.
The Daily Star Editor Mahfuz Anam's appeal to the ‘new generation leaders’
Democracy cannot operate as a simple majority steamroller, as we also saw in the early days of our independence.
Who would want to move for democracy and risk losing it all?
Should we be surprised that so many people view the growing concentration of wealth with suspicion, or that they believe the system is rigged?
Shouldn't our politicians focus on how to best serve the people?
One would be wise to throw away the old playbook and get tips from democracies that provide leaders with the greatest power of all: the true mandate of the people
Our failure to defend Hero Alom points only to our intellectual bankruptcy
The state must protect their rights unconditionally
Ironically, under the shadow of stability, the quality of economics and politics has been compromised
The amendment of the Representation of the People Order (RPO) comes at a critical juncture when the demand for holding a free and fair election in Bangladesh is getting louder at home and abroad
South Korea, like Bangladesh, was a poor country in the 1960s. It has now become a highly developed nation and supports other countries in their development process
While the decision to scrap the EVMs is a step in the right direction, the EC must not lose sight of the fact that there are many other pressing issues that it must address for a free, fair and participatory elections.
