Every time I meet journalists (former colleagues) the conversation jumps to - 'India needs a strong opposition' and is a moral obligation for all of us to strengthen the Congress.
Seriously, why should journos take on this task? How does it fit in their work profile?
Did we take on this task when the BJP was down to two MPs in the Parliament? Was it important for all of us to pitch in to strengthen the BJP? Was it a national obligation?
NO
They worked hard. Learned from their mistakes,build a cadre and are back in power. Modi is not ABV
I recall two leading women journos having tears in their eyes when Pawar had left Maharashtra for Centre. What will happen to our state? One asked me. I remember laughing then. Losing perspective is fine. But crony journalism sucks. Wake up, at least now
We are journalists and it is not our job to rebuild a political party. Our job is to focus on news and issues that matter to our readers. Our only loyalty has to be readers.
If the party head wants to chill in Goa, let him be. Why are you all getting worked up?
Paplugiri
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