In the ancient Greek society, eunomia outlined how things should be in an ideal society.

Their lack of internal democracy casts doubt on the future of state reform drive

The Daily Star analysis of 25 political parties

As private citizens, this is the minimum we could offer towards a newer equilibrium.

What is good politics for a party, or any party, may not result in good economics

The first Bangladeshi parliament marked an ideal beginning.

Ali Riaz sadly observes that the country is fast drifting into a political paralysis and descending into the abyss of authoritarianism, while maintaining a democratic facade.

On the eve of the national election, Shamsad Mortuza explores animal imagery as the myth of union and harmony across cultures.

If AL’s victory in the 2014 election was a hollow one, the 2024 victory in the making is nothing short of a Pyrrhic one—a victory which inflicts so much damage that it cannot be considered worthwhile.

Politics has been captured by the nexus of an oligopoly of business interests and the willingly colluding political class.

We don’t worry about freeing everyone anymore; we only think of ourselves.

Continued denial of voting and other political and democratic rights is bound to become a very serious threat in the future.

How practical or efficient was it to attempt dialogue with 20 political parties at once?

Shouldn't our politicians focus on how to best serve the people?

Unfortunately, our history so far shows that major political shifts have only occurred as a result of violent uprisings on the streets.

Although this new US visa policy is proving expedient, it would not be wise to believe that the country is intent on fostering democracy in Bangladesh.

Positions of power acquired through various means have long been allowed to be treated as a licence for self-enrichment through various illicit means.

Political activities of the ruling Awami League in 2022 began slowly, after a quiet pandemic, and gathered significant momentum towards the end of the year.

The question is whether the AL, as a ruling party, is capable of countering the opposition camp’s campaign and preparing for the upcoming election at the same time, with its old faithfuls.

The BNP is no longer hell bent on holding its December 10 rally at Nayapaltan and it wants to avoid confrontation with the government over the venue.