Lokpal debate ignores morality

With the Congress coming third in the Hisar byelection just as it did two years ago, the effect of Team Anna's campaign against the party is certainly debatable. What is less in doubt is Team Anna placing the law above all other means of fighting corruption. The Hisar by-election provided them a clear choice of either campaigning against corrupt candidates or focusing on the party that refused to officially declare its support for their version of the Lokpal Bill. By choosing the latter option Team Anna has reiterated its belief that the only way to fight corruption is through a stronger law. And without the pressure of a fast on the horizon it may be time to take a closer look at this belief.

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