Destiny was the British general election. It was one of those bitter and tiring journeys that made me lose my way. From shocking to nothing. At the end, I am the fool.
On the road, I noticed two very interesting facts about British elections.
One. Elections are held only on Thursdays since 1931. A God-set day? Darwin in my ten-pounds note frowned. I understand his disapproval. So, Thursdays are either auspicious or lucky. As in Fridays and Pakistan.
Two. The Queen can vote, but in practice it is considered 'unconstitutional' for the Monarch to vote in an election. In case you are wondering, squandering public wealth doesn't fall under 'unconstitutional' category in Britain. Anywhere for that matter, I suppose. But here its legal. We pay tax to prove it too.
Many of the queue-forming British were sent home on the voting day while forming queue outside the polling station. Even before they voted. The reason was lack of ballot papers. Yes, the developed nation still use ballot papers. Indian villages use electronic technology to choose the bad among worse. I wish Mr Churchill be alive today to reconsider his 'men of straw' comment. What the heck? Let us dig him out.
British media have been partial since the day-one of Mr Brown. He had too many negative qualities to lead Britain. Scottish, media-'un'savvy, inarticulate and most importantly his illegible handwriting. Dominant British culture speaks for itself. Outfit over outlook.
British, rather English, Prime ministers in the past were eloquent. And 'only' eloquent. Mr Blair, the most charismatic PM was very loyal to the invader, Mr Bush. I would not have been surprised had Mr Bush said he has a cat, a dog and Mr Blair who would obey his commands swiftly. In contrast, Mr Brown was calm and composed even during the recession, toughest in the country's history since WWII. Of course, he proved us that he was technologically behind with his 'bigoted woman' comment on his microphone. Well, who isn't? No one is perfect.
The most 'nothing' thing in this journey was Mr Brown's offer to stand down. As someone rightly pointed out, the decision has to be admired. An example of how tough a calm guy can be. Britain need a man of action. Not mere words. By action, I don't necessarily mean arrogance. And they have lost one today.
On the road, I noticed two very interesting facts about British elections.
One. Elections are held only on Thursdays since 1931. A God-set day? Darwin in my ten-pounds note frowned. I understand his disapproval. So, Thursdays are either auspicious or lucky. As in Fridays and Pakistan.
Two. The Queen can vote, but in practice it is considered 'unconstitutional' for the Monarch to vote in an election. In case you are wondering, squandering public wealth doesn't fall under 'unconstitutional' category in Britain. Anywhere for that matter, I suppose. But here its legal. We pay tax to prove it too.
Many of the queue-forming British were sent home on the voting day while forming queue outside the polling station. Even before they voted. The reason was lack of ballot papers. Yes, the developed nation still use ballot papers. Indian villages use electronic technology to choose the bad among worse. I wish Mr Churchill be alive today to reconsider his 'men of straw' comment. What the heck? Let us dig him out.
British media have been partial since the day-one of Mr Brown. He had too many negative qualities to lead Britain. Scottish, media-'un'savvy, inarticulate and most importantly his illegible handwriting. Dominant British culture speaks for itself. Outfit over outlook.
British, rather English, Prime ministers in the past were eloquent. And 'only' eloquent. Mr Blair, the most charismatic PM was very loyal to the invader, Mr Bush. I would not have been surprised had Mr Bush said he has a cat, a dog and Mr Blair who would obey his commands swiftly. In contrast, Mr Brown was calm and composed even during the recession, toughest in the country's history since WWII. Of course, he proved us that he was technologically behind with his 'bigoted woman' comment on his microphone. Well, who isn't? No one is perfect.
The most 'nothing' thing in this journey was Mr Brown's offer to stand down. As someone rightly pointed out, the decision has to be admired. An example of how tough a calm guy can be. Britain need a man of action. Not mere words. By action, I don't necessarily mean arrogance. And they have lost one today.
1 comment:
They did demonise brown for not being a looker or socially charming.
Outfit over Outlook is precisely what happened.
I can't make up my mind over whom I would have supported, but I am sure that the reasons for which Brown was criticised in media were unjustified. As they said in Yes Minister - "The readers of sun don't care who rules the country until they have got big tits and a good smile."
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