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The POP Blog
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In today's world, it's more important than ever to understand the policies and politics that shape our society. Democracy and human rights are fundamental values that we must protect and uphold. Unfortunately, far-right politics often threaten these values, and promote discrimination and division. It's up to us to stay informed and engaged, and to fight for a better future for all.
The MAGA Invasion: Why Trump’s Allies Are Dismantling the Transatlantic Partnership
The U.S. far-right, led by Trump, Musk, and Vance, is expanding its influence across Europe.
Feb 164 min read
Broligarchy and the Battle for Democracy
Here is the truth: Trump's broligarchy, for all its swagger, is not invincible. Not immutable.
Nov 25, 20244 min read
M for Mujra, M for Modi: Dictionary of Hate and Division
In challenging the so-called elites, far-right populists often create their own elites, and Modi is no exception.
May 27, 20244 min read
Against the Prime Priest: The Alternative Agenda, Defiance, and Optimism of INDIA
Regardless of the outcome, INDIA alliance has achieved a remarkable feat in the face of tremendous adversity from the BJP and Modi.
May 24, 20244 min read
Pronouns, Hindutva Politics, and Inclusion in India’s Corporate Culture
Queerness is an integral part of Indianness. By Indianness, if Bhavish Aggarwal refers to Hinduness, the Hindu religious texts are queer.
May 6, 20245 min read
It Is Not Just Rhetoric, Hate Against Muslims Embodies Modi’s Core Hindutva Ideology
When Modi uses the term — “infiltrators” for Muslim citizens, it is not simply rhetoric, he is implementing the RSS's political enterprise.
Apr 22, 20244 min read
Ballots and Betrayal — How the Election Commission is Failing Indian Democracy
Trust — it is what we have in a democracy. India's Election Commission's actions have shattered that trust, and forsaken its duties.
Apr 19, 20244 min read
When Urgency Clashes with Indifference: A Bystander's Tale of Climate Protesters' Brave Battle
In Berlin's streets, climate protesters face violent opposition, and witnessing their bravery brings to light an ethical dilemma. The...
May 7, 20234 min read
Tuesday Lecture On A Dying Planet
Our lives feel fulfilling to continue overconsuming for the beauty so flimsy, a life so fragile. He spoke of the drowning world, rising...
Jan 18, 20222 min read
I See You, India And I Grieve
In the last 7 years, we have been a party to rampant lynching and lawlessness in this country that has the silent blessing and approval...
Dec 29, 20215 min read
No Country In Asia Is Safe Until Afghan People Are Safe
A BBC News notification just popped up on my phone and I was terrified to read it. Last night, I was scrolling down Instagram and I saw...
Jul 16, 20213 min read
The Offended Men
It is not a case of religious intolerance. But intolerance towards womxn.
Oct 14, 20206 min read
Hope: The Kondhs Are Here
"Corona or anything is a time to rethink what is that we need? Like are we really choosing the development which mines and destroys forests?
May 14, 20204 min read
The Exodus of Wealth Creators
We will do well to remember that these wage workers, we look down upon, account for 50% of GDP and create wealth for this ungrateful nation.
Mar 29, 20206 min read
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