Monthly Archives: January 2015

Being a New Sri Lanka – Part 2

(This is the third in a series of articles. The first can be found here, and the second here.) Stay aware I’ve often heard the refrain “I’m not interested in politics”. If “politics” here means the latest political gossip – … Continue reading

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Being a New Sri Lanka – Part 1

“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has.” Margaret Mead Why Be? A lot of us would like a different Sri Lanka. If what a society … Continue reading

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“Insignificant” Individuals and a New Sri Lanka

A New Sri Lanka? Maithripala Sirisena is the President of Sri Lanka. What was unthinkable two months ago is news today. There is hope today that we can emerge from the lawlessness, corruption, nepotism and racism that we are sunk … Continue reading

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