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Follow the online presence of the Museum of Christian Art, Old Goa Contacts: Tel: +91 832 2285299 Email:[EMAIL PROTECTED] http://christianartmuseum.goa-india.org/ --------------------------------------------------------------------------- "J. Colaço < zé colaço>" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: [ However, while he (Rajan Parrikar] sees Manohar Parrikar and the BJP as the only method of reversing this trend, I personally see none.] == Rajan P. Parrikar <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> responded 1: I don't see Manohar Parrikar/BJP as the "only method." 2: If there is a third viable honest alternative, I would consider it. 3: Goa Su-Raj is around but how viable are they? 4: The recent failed alliance of Manohar P with Babush is indefensible and inexcusable. 5: That said, I don't have for Manohar Parrikar or the BJP either the contempt or the hatred held by many on this forum. == jc's response to Rajan Parrikar I have no hatred or contempt for Manohar Parrikar. He is an intelligent man and a Goan. It is his statements and his prior actions which have raised my eyebrows (at least). I entirely agree with Miguel Braganza's assessment of his previous stint in office. I personally found the infamous videoCD to be a crass attempt to further polarise Hindu and Catholic Goans - and yet, we are one people!. What was more distasteful for an educated person was his 'duck' when asked about it. He went further and lay the blame on a "Katlick' . What kind of politricks is that? I expect that of uneducated crooked folks - not of highly educated people. It is much easier to say - "I made an error" - I have learned from it - won't do it again - and move on. Based upon my own cumulative assessment of the BJP(centre) actions and inactions during their stint, I understand the relief that many felt when (even the corrupt) Congress replaced them BTW Rajan, ...one other point: I took a fine look at HOW Parrikar stepped up to the Kodel - the first time around. It is my belief that any individual who uses a 'coup' to move ahead - does not deserve the political or personal trust of educated people. good wishes as always jc