Archive · 14 Jun 2025

Pakistan's Democracy: A Bedtime Story Amidst Military Control

Pakistan's Democracy: A Bedtime Story Amidst Military Control

In Pakistan, the military often controls the government behind the scenes, removing leaders who challenge them.

Imran Khan, once backed by the military, fell out of favor and was imprisoned, facing legal cases.

His party also faced a crackdown, and protests were suppressed.

The media is censored, and people who speak out disappear.

Elections are rigged to keep the military's preferred parties in power, making democracy more of an act than a reality.

This system leads to economic problems and social division, while the military maintains its grip.

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