In a recent op-ed in Dawn, former Chief Justice of Pakistan Qazi Faez Isa offered lofty reflections on international law, terrorism, and moral responsibility. But for Pakistanis still reeling from a judiciary that stood idle—or even actively participated—as democracy was throttled, his words ring hollow. Painfully so.

Isa’s tenure as Chief Justice did not safeguard constitutionalism; it contributed to its erosion. His sanctimonious writing may impress readers unfamiliar with recent events, but for many Pakistanis, it evokes disbelief and anger. When Pakistan’s largest political party—Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf—was dismantled before our eyes, where was his voice? Where was his pen? It was signing the order that stripped the party of their election symbol.

Candidates were disqualified. Nomination papers were stolen in a........

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