More inclusive analysis needed of presidential elections in Timor-Leste

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2022 (with Quinn Mok and Lisa Palmer)

Melbourne University Election Watch https://electionwatch.unimelb.edu.au/articles/more-inclusive-analysis-needed-of-presidential-elections-in-timor-leste

 

The machinations and intrigue of oscillating relationships between the well-known male historical leaders of Timor’s armed resistance and diplomatic front (and their various political parties), have long dominated Timor-Leste national politics.

They have also tended to dominate national and international political analysis of the young nation’s electoral cycle. Here we argue that this preoccupation with the strong men of Timor overlooks other stories of power, identity and the emergence of previously marginalised voices.