Author: Shahid Bolsen

Apparently, the Starbucks outlets in Jakarta have all re-opened (except for the one damaged in Thursday’s attack). When it became clear that the operation two days ago was not specifically directed at Starbucks, but at foreigners generally, the company decided the risks did not warrant extending the closure of its stores. The group responsible for…

As I have written before, I have no problem whatsoever with genuine debate, discussion, questions or criticism. But statements like “…this raises doubts about you…” or “…what is your real intention…” are dishonest and manipulative tactics to divert attention away from discussion of my ideas, and to sow suspicion. If you think it is important…