Isn’t it time to embrace the JVP as the third force and enable them to lead the people?

I was frankly struck by the manifesto issued by the JVP. It is reflective and thought provoking. A candid statement, aware of the needs of the people and aimed at achieving the sincere progress of the nation.

It redefines the definition of conscience.

Its primary objective is unity among diversity of classes, broken and divided by religion/caste/creed/ethnicity.

Practical solutions for the economic prosperity of the people are offered.

The candidates are men of education and experience, drawn from all walks of life and professions. Integrity, honesty, sheer hard work are some of their traits. There seems no room for corruption.

Reconciliation with the people seems to be their goal – they denounce revolution.

With humility they seek forgiveness for the lapses of the past in 1971 and 1989.

Can’t we forgive them and accept and embrace them as this third force in politics to enable them to lead the country and its people?