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A lesson or two

A more significant aspect of Mr. Obama’s landslide victory was Senator John McCain’s gracious concession speech. Mr. McCain was full of praise for Mr. Obama, recognised the new era in American politics and offered full cooperation and support to the President-elect. Isn’t this in striking contrast to the Indian situation where those who lose in the elections allege corruption and rigging in the voting process? The losing political parties generally look for the earliest opportunity to topple the government, demand imposition of President’s rule and ask for mid-term polls.

S.N. Krishnan,

Chennai

The discipline and character of all those involved in the electoral campaign during their moment of victory and defeat should motivate us to get over the petty politics of mudslinging. We too can change if the younger generation contributes to elect the likes of Mr. Obama to power.

Donald D’Cruz,

Kollam

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