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The tale of people's struggle and electoral banditry in Pakistan

Shafei Moiz Hali   Source: Al Mayadeen English    2024-02-14 11:49    13 Shares
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The optimism of many has been shattered and people are reminded of H.L Mencken’s words, “Democracy is the art and science of running the circus from the monkey cage.”  

The morning after the elections brought about a bewildering revelation: the PTI secured victory in only one province, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KPK), while facing defeat in numerous other constituencies. (Al Mayadeen English; Illustrated by Batoul Chamas)
The morning after the elections brought about a bewildering revelation: the PTI secured victory in only one province, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KPK), while facing defeat in numerous other constituencies. (Al Mayadeen English; Illustrated by Batoul Chamas)
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