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Central Java DPRD Member Claims LGBTQ is Foreign Tactic to Weaken Indonesia

From Republika · () Indonesian

Translated from Indonesian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • A member of the Central Java Regional People's Representative Council (DPRD) claims LGBTQ is a foreign tactic to weaken Indonesia.
  • He expressed concern that widespread adoption of LGBTQ lifestyles could diminish national defense capabilities within 20-30 years.
  • While opposing LGBTQ practices, he rejected persecution, advocating for medical and psychological intervention for those affected.

An Indonesian politician has voiced strong concerns regarding the LGBTQ movement, characterizing it as a foreign strategy aimed at weakening the nation. Dwi Yasmanto, a member of the Central Java Regional People's Representative Council (DPRD) from the Gerindra Party's faction, stated his belief that LGBTQ is a cultural imposition designed to undermine Indonesia's strength.

If on average people are infected like that, what will Indonesia be like in 20-30 years? We might not have the strength, we might not have the struggle or the spirit to defend this country, it seems unlikely, with that kind of character.

— Dwi YasmantoDwi Yasmanto expressing his concerns about the long-term impact of LGBTQ on Indonesia's national defense capabilities.

Yasmanto articulated his apprehension about the potential long-term consequences, suggesting that if a significant portion of the population adopts LGBTQ lifestyles, Indonesia could face a decline in its capacity to defend itself within the next few decades. He fears this could erode the national spirit and willingness to protect the country.

I suspect that such cultures are an external effort to weaken Indonesia. Of course, by wrapping things up perhaps related to human rights, taking refuge behind that.

— Dwi YasmantoDwi Yasmanto speculating on the motives behind the promotion of LGBTQ culture in Indonesia.

"I suspect that such cultures are an external effort to weaken Indonesia," Yasmanto commented, adding that these efforts might be disguised under the banner of human rights. He believes that a nation with such characteristics would be more vulnerable to external threats and potential destruction.

Whatever, our brothers and sisters who experience such psychological conditions, LGBTQ, it is an illness. If they are hunted, it does not solve the problem.

— Dwi YasmantoDwi Yasmanto stating his view on LGBTQ individuals while rejecting persecution.

Despite his strong stance against the perceived influence of LGBTQ culture, Yasmanto explicitly rejected any form of persecution against individuals identifying with the community. He described being LGBTQ as a "sickness" but emphasized that hunting down affected individuals would not solve the problem. Instead, he called for medical and psychological experts to develop effective methods for treatment and management.

We hope that medical professionals or psychologists can find a formula or way to heal and overcome it.

— Dwi YasmantoDwi Yasmanto suggesting a need for medical and psychological intervention for LGBTQ individuals.
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Originally published by Republika in Indonesian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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