Why Musharraf is so right
From the Blog The True Perspective: Why Musharraf is so right - Pervez Musharraf. (Photo: Dawn.com) Pervez Musharraf is the former dictator of Pakistan. Now normally, we all hate dictators. We abhor them and think of them as despicable scum. But for some odd reason, Musharraf hasn't met the same fate. If his Facebook fan following is indicative of any notions, then I feel he has risen from the ashes, no less. While I will always stand up with those who clamour for Musharraf's trial, I cannot help but agree with him on many issues and statements that he keeps churning out. This one particular statement, where he has stated that democratically elected governments have always failed Pakistan pricks my conscience. In the back of my mind, no matter how much I want to disagree with it, I know Musharraf is right. It is precisely these democratic governments which have caused the youth of this country to go into a sort of mini-revolt, and has juxtaposed a serious identity crisis on the Pakistani nation. You might imagine that I am stating this all from personal opinion but the fact is I have examples to back up these claims with. I know that the youth of Pakistan is sick of the shenanigans of this democratic system which only brings us misery and desolation. They want a system overhaul. But whereas my opinion is not binding on anyone, I do believe that democracy, if given the time to take root properly is the only solution for this country. Introducing a one man show will never work and has never worked. We've seen dictators stumble and fall from good graces all because they were alone and did not take into account the opinions of those who mattered. So what's my play here? The trouble people have with democracy is that it has failed to live up to the expectations of the masses. While there was a lot of hoopla initially at the return of democracy to Pakistan, we soon realized that the army was still effectively in charge while the regime change hadn't really elicited any structural changes to the establishment. Particularly disheartening was the alarming increase in corruption and the maddening economic collapse. You might imagine then, that I am a senile fool who still stands by his belief that democracy is the best policy. Why I choose to do that has many reasons. I believe that if democracy is allowed time to take root, eventually people will realize the immense power that their votes hold. Once the democratic norms start to trickle down to the masses, no matter how slowly, people will respond positively. The vote will then become a means of accountability, and those in power will realize that. The passage of the 18 th Amendment might be a fantastic achievement but the empowerment of the people still remains a dodgy goal. Why that is so is because people (the majority of us), have already started drumming about for change. That is the wrong way to go about it. The PPP won the elections and therefore it should be allowed to stay. People can see what it has done and what it hasn't. Similarly if the PML – N comes into power in the next elections, they should have the right to maintain their government for the stipulated period of time. In this process the people will realize the importance of their voting power and will respond to those who genuinely promise to end the masses' misery.I have no doubt in my mind that his post will also open up a Pandora's Box and people will harp on about how I live in a fantasy. But like always, you all are entitled to form your own opinions. That is how democracy works. A constructive and mutual system of dialogue and rational arguments is employed to thrash out a common strategy. The need of the hour is to evolve a consensus on the most pressing issues without doubting the intentions of those who disagree with us. No one is wrong in this crisis, and every solution is meaningful. The only real issue to decide is: What is the most practical way of sorting out this mess? . Read Full Post
ANP leader is willing to accept the demands of abductors
From the Blog Globenet - > ANP leader is willing to accept the demands of abductors raziq1.blogspot.com — 'Professor Ajmal Khan VC of Islamia College Peshawar had been abducted in September by militants when he was heading towards his office from his home. Militants have released a video this month of abducted Professor Ajmal Khan and have threatened to kill the professor if their... . Read Full Post
Salman Butt's lawyer withdraws from spot-fixing case
From the Blog guppu - > Salman Butt's lawyer withdraws from spot-fixing case guppu.com — Suspended cricketer Salman Butt suffered a blow Saturday in his fight to have his name cleared over spot-fixing allegations after his lawyer withdrew from the case. ?I don?t think the suspended players will get justice, so I have withdrawn from the case,? Aftab Gul told media... . Read Full Post
Pakistan: Vet students work non-stop after flood
From the Blog pawspakistan - > Pakistan: Vet students work non-stop after flood pawspakistan.org — Waseem Shaukat of Vets Care Organization: The severe aftermath of the devastating floods in Pakistan continues, while the Vets Care Organization also keeps up its efforts for the well-being of the affected animals. More here. . Read Full Post
Threatening Our Image
From the Blog sanasaleem - > Threatening Our Image sanasaleem.com — First appeared on Dawn.com From blaming the world for all our problems to being the hard-hitting cynic, we all have been trying to find our own ways to survive through these times. It has come to a point where we see people justifying gruesome incidents of lynching, increasing... . Read Full Post
Gingerbread comes out of the oven, Google may announce...
From the Blog geekword - > Gingerbread comes out of the oven, Google may announce... geekword.net — 11th November came and went away with the Gingerbread announcement/firmware nowhere to be seen. Based on a tweet posted by the search engine giants on their official Twitter account, it seems that the Gingerbread is ready and raring to be unleashed may be tonight. Here's the... . Read Full Post
Chairman standing committee on sports resigns
From the Blog guppu - > Chairman standing committee on sports resigns guppu.com — The head of an influential parliamentary committee on sports has resigned in frustration at the state of affairs in national cricket. "The state of cricket affairs is before everyone, it is in poor shape and yet nothing is being done to change the tide," Iqbal Muhammad Ali,... . Read Full Post
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