Campaigning by 'Tube'
TVRI is a state-owned television station. Is it ethical for it to be used as a campaign vehicle by an incumbent president running for re-election?
August 31, 2004
THE neutrality of Republic of Indonesia Television (TVRI) is once again in doubt. During the New Order, TVRI became a mouthpiece of the authorities. But when reformasi began, TVRI declared its intention to be independent. It started by changing the station's management. Programs became more interesting, on a par with private television stations despite its minimal funding. TVRI's nationwide network of transmitters made it the leading station
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