THINKING about America makes me ponder the first word of the country’s official name: “United”. Various American states that were not united at one point and fought over the right to keep slaves: that is American democracy for those who have only known the US through Hollywood films, fancy Ivy League colleges and pop culture. But wait, that’s just the beginning.
A few days ago, someone commented while talking about the American election, “Just imagine, the issue of right to abortion is not even discussed in this election properly.” I smiled. I am an immigrant in this country with no voting rights. For me, It is a shame that the political conversation is about whether voters should elect someone (Donald Trump), who instigated a mob of rioters to storm the Capitol Hill building to support Trump’s attempts to overturn his defeat in the 2020 presidential election. But then American politics is a big circus.
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US Economy: What's At Stake
A Donald Trump presidency carries high risks for global growth due to tariffs, while Kamala Harris is less profligate with far more fiscal discipline
Celestial Despair
Set in the dusty city of Ranchi, Celestina and Lawrence is a film governed by unkept promises and incorrigible desires
Who are we? Who is Them?
This Jharkhand election will be a direct fight between the JMM and the BJP on Adivasi identity and the issue of infiltration
Maha Versus Bharat
Can Shiv Sena and NCP's region-centric politics survive against the BJP's all-sweeping nationalistic style?
An Ideal Couple?
The US-India partnership is likely to endure as it is based on the national interests of both countries
Dollar Democracy
American politics is a big circus
The Outrider
The shift in Kamala Harris' immigration policies reflects the national mood against illegal immigrants
The Anarchist
Misogynist, repeat sex offender, rape accused and felon-Donald Trump is only growing stronger
Roe, Roe, Roe Your Vote
For millions of women, the 2024 election isn't just about picking a president; it's about defining the kind of country America will be
No Country for Women
Abortion is one of the deciding factors in US elections. It is time to reflect on our own practices and prejudices
