Right now, there are two major issues: progress of reforms, and the prospect of election
Bangladesh needs a new political party with youthful energy, spirited patriotism, and genuine love for the poor and downtrodden.
We must renew our pledge to journalistic ethos and commitment to democracy, freedom of expression, freedom of the press, and public service.
Sadly, some very disturbing signs can still be seen that are posing a new set of threats against free press.
We need legal frameworks to prevent their future misuse
Those who place the election above reforms undervalue the vital need for the latter.
Our initial study of the reports of the four commissions indicates that the recommendations are quite substantive.
Whatever the differing stances of various political parties may be, people in general would prefer to exercise their franchise.
Right now, there are two major issues: progress of reforms, and the prospect of election
Bangladesh needs a new political party with youthful energy, spirited patriotism, and genuine love for the poor and downtrodden.
We must renew our pledge to journalistic ethos and commitment to democracy, freedom of expression, freedom of the press, and public service.
Sadly, some very disturbing signs can still be seen that are posing a new set of threats against free press.
We need legal frameworks to prevent their future misuse
Those who place the election above reforms undervalue the vital need for the latter.
Our initial study of the reports of the four commissions indicates that the recommendations are quite substantive.
Whatever the differing stances of various political parties may be, people in general would prefer to exercise their franchise.
Do we have the expertise to tackle the crises and exploit the opportunities in the evolving geopolitical scenario?
What has shocked me is their refusal to fact-check what they are writing, broadcasting or televising—a basic duty of any journalist.
