The Meaning of Independence

September 18, 2000

August 17, 2000. Indonesian people celebrated its 55th Anniversary of Independence. In cities and villages, people welcomed this joyful event with a number of activities: from putting up street decorations, organizing contests, to entertainment on stage. All was done for a single purpose: joining the celebration party for the country’s 55th anniversary of independence.

Looking at such enthusiasm, suddenly it dawned on me: "what exactly do

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