At 10:39 AM 5/14/2004 +0530 Ritu wrote: >BJP with its Hindutva ideology [India is for Hindus, let the muslims be >aware that they need the goodwill of the hindus to survive and thrive],
In fairness, it is worth noting that BJP is steadily toned down its Hundutva rhetoric while in government, particularly during the most recent campaign. Also, it is worth noting that the Congress campaigned on a relatively socialist platform and against many of the economic reforms that are absolutely essential to India's development. Overall, however, I simply think that it is a good thing for a maturing democracy to periodically vote in the opposition. I hope that the Congress Party and their coalition partners will live up to their promises to India's poor, vigorously pursue peace with Pakistan, continue the path of economic reform, and actively deepen ties with the United States. And I will say, that today I am optimisitc that Congress will do precisely that. JDG
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