Indonesia's Upcoming Elections: Impact on Democracy

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This chapter explores the upcoming elections in Indonesia and the potential impact on the country's democracy. It discusses the leading candidates, their controversial records, and the influence of TikTok on young voters. The chapter also highlights the criticisms of the current president and how the future of Indonesia's democracy is at stake in this election.

In one of this year’s largest votes, Indonesia will elect a new president in one week’s time; this time the sanctity and future of its democracy are at stake. In Germany prominent people—even Jews—who question Israel’s war in Gaza are being cancelled (10:45). And how many books are you likely to read in what is left of your life (17:25)?

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