Even the most politically aware asked “Who?” when the National Democratic Alliance announced its presidential candidate. Another Pratibha Patil déjà vu. An E Sreedharan or Ratan Tata would have had a Kalam-ic effect on the nation and made the world notice. Lofty ideals are mouthed — he should be above politics, religion, caste considerations, etc etc. But these are the considerations that ultimately decide the candidate. Enough proof, since his caste is the only thing being trumpeted.
A president who is grateful to the PM and the party president for having chosen him, clearly feels that he does not
A president who is grateful to the PM and the party president for having chosen him, clearly feels that he does not
