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In Indonesia, a Rising Tide of Religious Intolerance

In Indonesia, a Rising Tide of Religious Intolerance

By Laura Arman
Despite its official motto of "unity in diversity," the country is becoming increasingly inhospitable for members of religious minorities.

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.
Zon, Zen, and the Art of Mass Mobilization in Indonesia

Zon, Zen, and the Art of Mass Mobilization in Indonesia

By Terry Russell
Islamists have gained strength thanks to political support from Prabowo Subianto's allies.

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."

What’s Driving Taiwan’s Mass Protests?
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What’s Driving Taiwan’s Mass Protests?

The Fall of Ahok and Indonesia's Future

The Fall of Ahok and Indonesia's Future

By Nithin Coca
Ahok's defeat says less about the rise of Islamism and more about the strength of entrenched political interests.

Packed Lunch Protesters: Outrage for Hire in Indonesia

Packed Lunch Protesters: Outrage for Hire in Indonesia

By Sally Andrews
Paid protesting is a long-standing part of Indonesian politics.
Jakarta’s Election Is Unraveling Indonesia

Jakarta’s Election Is Unraveling Indonesia

By James P. Bean
A potent mix of Islamism, anti-communism, and racial prejudice threatens to boil over.

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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