Politicians
If I wreck my brain, I can easily recall those days when a politician was a dedicated person, who, by his wisdom, consistency, winsome character, probity and with exemplary track record of social works, could command the respect of common people.
The politicians never got the blind support of their enchanted supporters, unless they were transparent in their programmes. It was a dangerous profession in the British and Pakistan period, because a slight deviation from their Orbit could bring opprobrium, and some times bitter government reprimand.
A politician could be easily incarcerated or sent to exile for the antagonism or recalcitrance to an obstinate government policy.
For all latest news, follow The Daily Star's Google News channel. I would like to mention the names of Sher-e-Bangla AK Fazlul Haq, Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, Hussain Shahed Suhrawardy, Moulana Bhashani and many more who made their mark as politicians of wisdom , integrity and courage.