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Holier Than Thou

by herlina

It’s not that we don’t get a kick in the stomach to learn a certain person or organization succumbs to corruption when they don’t wear a cloak of any religion. It’s just that we get less surprised or stunned. Conversely, [...]

Dissecting SBY’s Award for Upholding Freedom of Religion and Presidential (MIs)Spokesperson Julian Pasha’s Arrogance

By N Mark Castro “The ACF is a credible organization. Thus, the statements from certain people claiming themselves to be representatives of certain communities, suggesting or even pushing to annul the granting of the award, actually hold narrow-minded opinions that [...]

"Opportunity" and "Interest" : The Vital Determinants for the Fate of the Nation

For most citizens of the Republic of Indonesia, the condition or status of being either uneducated or intellectual, prosperous or underprivileged is almost solely driven by the aspect of ‘Interest’ and ‘Opportunity’. Therefore, the most unfortunate men in this civilization [...]

A Horror Emerges from Shadows

by herlina

Slavery has been abolished centuries ago and declared illegal in every country in the modern world. Yet, its practices in the narrowest definition, is still rampant, taking the many forms from forced labor, people trafficking, to women and children forced [...]

A Wild Ride to Karimun Jawa

by herlina

Ever giving a thought to travel with a bunch of strangers? Scared? Too shy? Or having less courage to do such crazy thing? Well…you might give it a new perspective to think over again. Who knows you might find some [...]

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