Whose Hero?
Tuesday, December 22, 2009
The statue of the young Obama recently erected at Menteng Park has sparked protests. The Rp100 million statue should stand at his former school in Jakarta.
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JAKARTA residents have gained a new park. It is strategically located in the middle of the elite Menteng district, which is why it is known as Menteng Park. But a newly-erected statue in the park has provoked differing views.
The statue is of a 10-year-old boy of healthy appearance. He symbolizes the “bearer of dreams” for future greatness and it is hoped that he will inspire those who look upon him. If a ball was added in front of his feet
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