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“Now the dictatorship or call it the 'Indonesian regime', fully consolidated its power... You see, the West told Indonesians, indirectly of course, that 'democracy' is when you have several or many political parties, and people vote at least once in a while. But it is total nonsense. Democracy is when you vote and your vote can actually totally change the course of your nation.”

Quote by Andre Vltchek

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Andre Vltchek, born in 1963, is a renowned novelist from the Czech Republic. His works are known for their profound social insight and unique literary style, exploring the politics, history, and culture of Eastern Europe and Africa. Vltchek's novels are characterized by a strong sense of realism and have won him a wide audience. more

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