You Can Care About Politics Without Supporting a Party
December 20, 2025
Political engagement is not the same as political loyalty. Yet in today’s hyper-polarised world, many of us confuse supporting democracy with supporting a political party.
In this episode of Newsreel Asia’s Explainer Series, Harshita Rathore breaks down what political engagement really means—and why being politically aware does not require blind loyalty to any party or ideology.
Have political disagreements cost you friendships? Do debates with family turn into heated arguments? Do politics feel exhausting, emotional, and deeply personal?
This video explains:
What political engagement actually means
Why party loyalty weakens democracy
How polarisation affects citizens and public debate.
The difference between being a political supporter and an active citizen
How informed, critical participation strengthens democratic systems
Using insights from political theory, democracy studies, and everyday examples, we explore how citizens can stay engaged without becoming partisan, and why questioning power—no matter who is in office—is essential for a healthy democracy. This explainer is for anyone trying to understand Indian politics, democracy, civic responsibility, and citizen participation beyond social media arguments and TV debates.