”President Suharto led Indonesia for over 30 years, a period during which Indonesia achieved remarkable economic and social development," [U.S.] ambassador Cameron Hume said in [a] release.[...]
"Though there may be some controversy over his legacy, President Suharto was a historic figure who left a lasting imprint on Indonesia and the region of Southeast Asia," the statement read.
Indeed he did leave a lasting imprint. "Some controversy."
Democracy Now! looks at the 30-year reign of terror and U.S. support for Suharto. Left I comments on the press whitewash.
....but hey, do what you want....you will anyway.
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