Saskia Ubaidi

Saskia Ubaidi is a public intellectual and commentator based in Jakarta, known for her critical perspectives on historical narratives and their implications for society. In a recent article, she engaged with the controversial remarks of Fadli Zon regarding the rewriting of national history with a 'positive tone', questioning the sincerity and potential biases underlying such revisions. Ubaidi advocates for a history that acknowledges both triumphs and tragedies, emphasizing the importance of diverse narratives to foster national awareness and prevent the manipulation of historical facts for ideological purposes.