Coteries in a democracy

Democracy is not true unless it is for the people, by the people, and of the people.
In certain democracies the players are outside the country so they are of the people only in name's sake. Leaders are elected in many democracies and so we may grant that
these democracies are by the people and of the people. But for the people is where democracy as it stands today fails. To get elected a leader of a democracy depends on coteries of special interests with the big funds. It is a myth that the common man gets truly represented in a democracy. To get a functional democracy decisions must come up for a vote too.

Aung San Suu Kyi's freedom

If Aung San Suu Kyi is set free she must say "Never again" and change Burma in a way that no one is treated like she has been treated. Its too much to ask of a frail woman. Unfortunately every one else seems to be wimps.

To know you is to love you

If you must know India then you must visit India. India is a happy country. No way can people put on such a show of exuberance. India is the good news in Asia's map today.

Obama's successful India trip

This trip by Obamas to India has been a triumph mainly due to Michelle Obama. She really connected to the people. Her Indian dances have the correct mannerisms and body language. Michelle is an awesome first lady indeed.

India celebrates

There is no particular reason why Indians celebrate. It is akin to the parties the people have in the west. I suppose Indians are a happy group of people and hence they celebrate. Happy Diwali to all in India.

Happy Diwali to President Obama

President Obama travels to India during Diwali the festival of lights. The many attempts of the US and Indian governments to connect have left something to be desired. But without a doubt the hearts and minds of the people of India and US have merged in a big way. We wish Obama a pleasant trip and stay in India which is a cradle of affection. May this Diwali light up in a big way to disperse all the darkness that has engulfed the world in recent times.

The election and Meg Whitman

Meg Whitman did not get to be governor. Many things worked against her. One she is a woman, two she is technical, and three she has money. Moreover there was an illegal weeping housekeeper. Perhaps, outside the silicon valley, people do not care about the computer industry and Ebay. Engineers rarely are popular. Now Jerry Brown did call this lady some names but it did him no harm. He got elected. People like that kind of aggressiveness towards women. Way to go California!