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<title>The Case for Televised Debates</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Televised debates won&#039;t solve every problem with Bangladesh&#039;s political discourse. They won&#039;t eliminate partisanship or guarantee honesty. But they offer something increasingly rare: a structured opportunity for truth-testing, where claims meet challenges and voters can judge for themselves. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 15 Nov 2025 18:29:39 +0600</pubDate>
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<title>Streets of Conscience</title>
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