Axes to Grind

The NU kiai khos are supporting the nomination of Gus Dur for president. Who is the crown prince being prepared as an alternative if he cant go the distance?

March 16, 2004

THE business at hand was not completely finished as Kiai Ahmad Sofyan left the meeting room. A sullen expression was visible on the face of this kiai (Muslim teacher) from Situbondo, East Java. He was obviously suffering from feelings of dejection. He didnt even have a single word to say to reporters who quickly gathered and asked for his comments on the meeting. Guarded by santri (Muslim boarding school students) and banser (task force), Kiai So

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