An atmosphere of hate was systematically built up. The whole purpose of it was to suggest that only one community has a veto over decision-making in … - Swapan Dasgupta

The US hates having to admit it was ever wrong.

Having exposed its fangs publicly, Washington will not readily admit it miscalculated horribly. If Modi comes to power, a working relationship with the US Embassy will be established. But let us have no doubts that the repair job will also be accompanied by surreptitious attempts to undermine him.

For them, flaunting an anti-Modi badge ensured privileged access into the corridors of UPA power. And there's no denying that until at least a year ago, the US remained the flavour of the season for both Congress ministers and a supplicant media.