The Embedded Conscience
Tempo
July 22, 2003
ONCE upon a time, we believed that journalists fought for the truth. Some members of the Indonesian media under Suhartos New Order can recall the little triumphs in the battle against repression, alongside the bitter memories. Subtle messages between the lines of sanctioned, constructive criticism was one way of fighting the Evil Emperor. Sometimes, the odd hero would dar
Rio Helmi*
*Professional photographer and observer of social issues.