Not a Puppet, He Said
June 28, 2004
However bad I may be, I have principles. Im a presidential candidate, not a puppet. Nobody is behind me.
Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono to the press at Wisma Antara, April 23, 2004, responding to rumors that he is backed by Tomy Winata and the US.
Its a pity for the TNI (Indonesian Military) is often considered as being helpless in facing transnational crime.
Coordinating Minister for Political & Security Affairs, SBY, in front of cadres of the Indonesian...