Michael Sullivan

Michael Sullivan, an NPR reporter with extensive experience in Southeast Asia, shares his insights on Myanmar's upcoming election amid tumultuous civil strife. He discusses the military government's desperate measures to legitimize the election, including propaganda efforts and arrests of dissenters. Sullivan highlights international skepticism, citing Human Rights Watch and the UN's views on the election's fairness. Additionally, he reveals the conflicting opinions of rebels and civilians, who yearn for stability despite the perilous circumstances.