That Guardian link was non-trivially disturbing, but this seems a little more heartening. I'm not entirely sure what to make of India's role in all this. I'm glad the country is voicing its concerns over civilians, but I am also wary of Delhi's meddling ways, which can have unproductive consequences. Politicians in Tamil Nadu said some remarkable things during the election campaign.
I ate dinner at a Sri Lankan restaurant today. I almost wonder why people who make such good food have to go out and fight when they could have the world at their feet with their cooking?
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Date: 2009-05-21 06:38 pm (UTC)I ate dinner at a Sri Lankan restaurant today. I almost wonder why people who make such good food have to go out and fight when they could have the world at their feet with their cooking?
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Date: 2009-05-22 03:33 am (UTC)Yes, because keeping people in detention is so good for fostering feelings of gratitude towards those in power.