Indonesia: February 6, 2001

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Over the last few days, thousands of pro and anti-president Wahid demonstrators have tied up traffic in several cities. The pro crowd sees Wahid has the most honest president the nation has ever had (which is true). The anti crowd is dismayed at the taint of corruption and general displeasure with Wahids laid back work ethic (also true.) Other demonstrators against more serious corruption burned government buildings.