Indonesia’s decision to honor former dictator Suharto as a hero is a stark reminder that authoritarianism’s appeal endures in Southeast Asia. Enabled in part by a younger generation that may not fully grasp the dangers of autocratic rule, this collective amnesia threatens hard-won democratic gains.
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How Amnesia Is Turning Asia’s Tyrants Into Heroes
