Archipelagotimes.com – In a country that proudly calls itself a democracy, talented young people are often reduced to background characters. Armed with skills, degrees, and ideas that could spark real change, they enter the ring—only to watch the child of a politician swoop in with a LinkedIn profile that screams “Dad’s Network Inc.” It’s not a job competition, it’s a dynasty continuation ceremony dressed as a fair process.
Meritocracy? Please. That concept is currently in the ICU—critically ill from decades of nepotism. In this political theatre, “equal opportunity” is just a tagline, while seats of power are quietly passed down like family heirlooms. The irony? These same politicians preach about empowering youth, all while making sure their own kids are the only ones truly empowered.
If we stay silent, we’re not just letting careers slip away—we’re letting democracy rot from the inside. So here’s the real question: do we still believe in a political system that serves the people, or are we just surviving under a polite form of feudalism? Drop your thoughts in the comments—because one loud voice can be enough to startle a very comfortable system.
