Elections, anyone?

Looks like we are all set for an early Parliamentary Elections! Come 22 July and things will be clear to all and sundry. While the common man can heave a sigh of relief over the fact that the stalemate over the nuclear deal has finally ended, the mediapersons in the country will not be happy for they will have to look out for other topics to fill up space and airtime!

Whether the deal is good or not for the country, there is no denying the fact that going ahead with the deal was a wise decision on the part of Sonia Gandhi and Manmohan Singh. The courage that they have shown by taking this decision in the face of uncertainity will definitely boost the reputation of the Congress! Another positive aspect of the whole affair was Sonia publicly acknowledging the Leftist contribution to the UPA all these days! That shows class, something which is conspicous by its absence when it comes to the glitterati in Uttar Pradesh.

In a way, it is surprising that in a democracy that always goes with the majority, it is the minority that determines how the country should be run. How else would you describe the clout that Karat and his team are enjoying in spite of being just a small partner in the UPA? Whatever it is, I am hoping that the UPA fails the confidence motion and early elections are declared. There is some hope that next time some one will get absolute majority!

PS: The funniest comment that I heard on the whole nuclear deal fiasco was VS Achutanandan describing APJ Abdul Kalam as "a scientist who sent rockets from India". Is "Jocker in the pack of cards" a befitting description for VS?