Robert Hefner
Robert Hefner is a prominent scholar of Indonesia and a professor at Boston University, known for his influential work on the interplay between Islam and democracy in Southeast Asia. His seminal book, 'Civil Islam: Muslims and Democratization in Indonesia' (2000), explores the unique characteristics of Indonesian society, particularly its polyarchic power structures and cultural predisposition towards democratic governance. Hefner's research has significantly contributed to the understanding of the dynamics of political resilience and democratic practices in Indonesia, making him a respected figure in the field of Islamic studies and democratic theory.
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| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indonesia | 1 | 8.00 | 0.11% | +0% | 273,523,615 | 299,260 | $1,119,000 | 1,224$ |
| Totals | 1 | 273,523,615 | 299,260 | $1,119,000 | 1,224$ |
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Indonesia:
Prof Robert Hefner, an expert on Indonesia from Boston University, made important observations about the character of Indonesian society.
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