Status quo, in reference to Pakistani politics, is not only limited to certain political parties, but also includes larger than life political figures. Individuals who, in their individuality, continue to dominate the local politics irrespective of which political party they pledge their allegiance to. Khan’s rise as a political leader sparked the hope for a positive change. Hence endangering not only Khan’s slogan of change, but his popularity and that of his party in the long run. Since an alliance with status quo opposes the claims of change straight out.

Source: Pakistan Today August 01, 2018 17:03 UTC