The Indian Express -- Expressions

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Tuesday, July 29 1997

Letters to the Editor

Dalits, alienated and angry

The sudden upsurge in violence by Dalits in Maharashtra and now in Gujarat has disturbed the socio-political structure of Indian society. They have suffered not only from economic exploitation but also from social discrimination.

Surjeet's malevolence

Harkishan Singh Surjeet cannot play Marx, despite the beard that adorns his visage and the suffix that burdens his party. Blame it on history. So Harkishan Singh Surjeet plays God.

The little bullies -- Disgraceful behaviour, Karunanidhi

Political doublespeak of a horrendous order is so commonplace as to be near-acceptable. Yet, even people hardened by an overdose of political hypocrisy and rank mendacity must sometimes take pause to ask questions.

Ten years of discord

The Maharaja ducks, for once

Peace-keeping with style