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Devaluing state honors
Editorial 6 months ago

Devaluing state honors

The awards no longer signify a person's dedication to the state, but rather mark their loyalty to the President.
Not a ‘98 repeat
Editorial 5 months ago

Not a ‘98 repeat

What began as scattered unrest has now spilled across cities, fueled by deep economic frustration, perceived elite impunity and a rising sense that the political class has grown deaf to the people’s plight.
No more plastic promises
Editorial 6 months ago

No more plastic promises

It is upsetting that the government has once again prioritized short-term economic achievements from potential money coming from the plastic industry’s investment in the country.
The age of nationalism
Editorial 6 months ago

The age of nationalism

As Indonesia celebrates its 80th year of Independence this week, it is high time for everyone in the country to reflect on the state of its nationalism.
Music should not be free
Editorial 6 months ago

Music should not be free

Not only that, for the first time in the history, all albums, singles and EPs, from the biggest masterpieces to the most ephemeral bubblegum pop songs, are now available essentially for free. 
A startling GDP report
Editorial 6 months ago

A startling GDP report

Many would characterize the current state of our economy as neither normal, nor healthy.
Less poverty but little relief
Editorial 6 months ago

Less poverty but little relief

The drop in Indonesia’s poverty rate to yet another historic low should be cause for celebration, but nobody feels in the mood.
Data center meltdown
Editorial 6 months ago

Data center meltdown

The government must be transparent with the public and local investors about the US deal’s implications, particularly around data storage.
Pardons and power plays
Editorial 6 months ago

Pardons and power plays

The President's decision could have serious implications not only for the country’s anti-corruption drive but also for the reputation of the judiciary.  
Rule by the law
Editorial 7 months ago

Rule by the law

Over the last few weeks, the nation has witnessed how the weaponization of law operates in a country that claims to champion rule of law as a foundational element of democracy.
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