Opinion, edisi : TE2705 - The Dark Side of August 27 - Magz TEMPO

Party politicians are suspected of riding on the August 27, 2026, protests. This could fuel disappointment and trigger further mass protests.

Outside interference in the Nadhlatul Ulama Congress stems from the organization allowing itself to be drawn into the vortex of power. Its elites behave like politicians.

The split between Jokowi and Prabowo could offer hope for healthy political competition. Civil society could benefit.

Oei Tjoe Tat faded into Indonesia’s history. He championed the universal idea of Bhinneka Tunggal Ika and practiced Cold War diplomacy.

The central government’s cutting of regional budgets is a violation of the law. It stems from a centralist mindset.

Believed to have been pressured to resign, the Governor of Bank Indonesia no longer holds his position. It is a fast track to damage a country’s economy.

Suspected corruption involving the former Deputy Attorney General for Special Crimes is just one of many examples of a conflict of interest. Prabowo and Jokowi also engaged in such conflicts.