The gloves are off: Sukarno's daughter fights for political survival

Article Abstract:

Megawati Sukarnoputri and her Indonesian Democratic Party (PDI) harshly attacked military and government leaders in June 1996 for endorsing a splinter group's national congress. Claiming her opponents are trying to get her removed from party leadership, she hinted at the possibility of street demonstrations with millions or people supporting democratic principles. Megawati, who could be a credible challenger to President Suharto's decades-long government, also wants a more independent position for the PDI.

Officials and employees, Indonesian Democratic Party

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Hunting season

Article Abstract:

The Indonesian government is pressing forward with a concerted effort to quell the democracy movement started by Megawati Sukarnoputri. Megawati was removed as head of the Indonesian Democratic Party through government efforts and is fighting her removal by filing several suits in the Indonesian courts. Other suspected opponents have been jailed or harassed by the military. Current activity centers on stopping People's Democratic Party leader Budiman Sudjatmiko.

Column, Government, Resistance to, Government resistance

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