Polls apart

Article Abstract:

The article describes ongoing violence in East Timor as votes are counted from the Aug 30, 1999, referendum. The author provides examples of military tactics used by pro-Indonesia militia against pro-independence movement supporters and the population of Dili to keep the military in power.

Author: Maher, Michael
Indonesia, Political aspects, Elections, United Nations

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The secret life of Ruby Blade

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Australian interpreter Kirsty Sword risked her life to help people during the uprising in East Timor in 1999 and was known by the name Ruby Blade.

Author: Maher, Michael
Behavior, Women political activists, Government, Resistance to, Government resistance, Sword, Kirsty

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Subjects list: Political activity, East Timor
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