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Third-term tremors

Socialists invent class, nationalists invent the nation, and so the populists invent the people. This phrase distills a defining element of Donald Trump’s political appeal and hints at his most recent ambition: a potential third term as President of the United States.

Bridging the Divide

In an era of heightened political polarisation, Wednesday’s meeting between the incoming and outgoing US presidents signals a return to civility.

A time when truth does not matter

Most people agree that actual facts matter in such activities as debate, discussion and reporting. Once facts are gathered, verified and distributed, informed decision-making can proceed in such important exercises as voting.

Washington may well change for the better

Donald Trump will assume the American presidency on 20 January 2025. Biden’s tenure was impacted by his age and slowing mental abilities, thereby opening doors for the deep state, largely composed of individuals who were part of the Obama administration, to push decisions.

Well-being and Wetlands

An earlier e-mail with an attachment from an American friend popped up suddenly. His water and sewerage bill would cost him $900 a year after a discount from January 2024, up from about $676 just six months ago, a neat Rs 20,000 jump in Indian terms. He would have to pay about Rs 75,000, up from around Rs 55,000.

Living in a litigious society

When I was growing up in India, no one from my family, or any friend, had any encounter with the legal system. The only courtroom scenes I saw were on the movie screen, typically involving serious crimes like murder, robbery and fraud.

Trump 2.0

The risk of impulsive decisions, as witnessed in his first term, becomes even more pronounced if dissenting voices are marginalised.