Democratic Will

Firstly my heart felt condolenses to Benazir Bhutto, she was a very charismatic leader and she dint deserve to die this way.

There are some interesting turns in Pakistan politics in the past few days, and i couldnt stop but comment on what Democracy actually means in Pakistan (and India). If the people really wanted Democracy how can the Peoples party folks accept a "will" left by Benazir, I am not sure if PPP is Benazir's property that she can leave it behind and dictate on who she wants to be the Chairman and Co-Chairman?

This is nothing new in sub-continent, when Indira gandhi was shot dead Rajiv gandhi immediately became the Prime Minister, the same thing can be contributed here - but I guess the Indians are little smarter, they dont show this as part of the will left by Indira gandhi, but let the MPs select Rajiv.

The general public gets so much carried away by the charisma of these leaders that they forget their right to elect a candidate based on his credentials and just fall into the trap by choosing the kith and kin of the slained leader - this is very unfortunate.

Anywise, hopefully the new year will bring us more cheers and less killings - Here is wishing all you folks a peaceful and a happy new year.