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Does God Need To Be Defended By Law?

Does God Need To Be Defended By Law?

By Aisyah Llewellyn
An Indonesian influencer was this week sentenced to two years in prison for blasphemy under the country's infamous Article 156a.

Indonesian School Head Charged With Blasphemy Over Unorthodox Teachings

Indonesian School Head Charged With Blasphemy Over Unorthodox Teachings

By Sebastian Strangio
Panji Gumilang, 77, heads a school where women are allowed to preach and pray alongside men.
Indonesia Shuts Down Bar Chain Following Blasphemy Controversy

Indonesia Shuts Down Bar Chain Following Blasphemy Controversy

By Sebastian Strangio
Blasphemy prosecutions have become more common over the past two decades, undermining Indonesia's reputation as a moderate Islamic state.

Seeking a Viable Alternative to Indonesia’s Blasphemy Laws

Seeking a Viable Alternative to Indonesia’s Blasphemy Laws

By Desi Hanara
Instead of criminalizing blasphemy, Indonesia should focus on penalizing incitement to discrimination, hostility, and violence.

After Ahok: Indonesia Grapples with the Rise of Political Islam

After Ahok: Indonesia Grapples with the Rise of Political Islam

By Sebastian Strangio
For decades, Indonesian society has experienced a slow process of Islamization. In 2017, the pace picked up.

The Toxic Impact of Indonesia’s Abusive Blasphemy Law

The Toxic Impact of Indonesia’s Abusive Blasphemy Law

By Andreas Harsono
A strain of intolerance is fueling the recent spate of blasphemy prosecutions.

Stop Calling Indonesia a Role Model. It's Stopped Being One.

Stop Calling Indonesia a Role Model. It's Stopped Being One.

By Benedict Rogers
"It’s over for Indonesia’s tradition of moderation... In ten years, Indonesia could be Pakistan."
Ahok Is in Jail. Where Does Indonesia Go From Here?

Ahok Is in Jail. Where Does Indonesia Go From Here?

By Benedict Rogers
"Indonesia’s pluralism isn’t simply in peril, it is on life support."

Can Jakarta Governor Ahok Escape Indonesia’s Blasphemy Law?

Can Jakarta Governor Ahok Escape Indonesia’s Blasphemy Law?

By Tobias Basuki
Ahok's fate will have huge implications for Indonesia's future as a pluralistic democracy.

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