Reaction Speaks Louder than Words

The plan to revoke the charges against Suharto has drawn strong criticism. But the major parties support it.

January 1, 2002

SUHARTO seems to be fit and healthy again. On Friday last week the face of the 80-year-old former strongman appeared untroubled, shining as brightly, as it were, as the morning sun that illuminated the grounds of the Pertamina Central Hospital in South Jakarta. From his wheelchair, he gave his trademark smile while waving generously to reporters. A moment later, the former president was lifted into the VW Caravelle van that carried him home to

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