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What was the controversial nature of the "Cornell Paper"?

  • Questioned official story of an Indonesian event

  • Debunked a scientific theory

  • Promoted a controversial political viewpoint

  • No controversy

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The Cornell Paper's contentious nature stemmed from its critique of the official narrative surrounding the Indonesian mass killings of 1965-66. It challenged prevailing accounts and raised doubts about the accuracy of the government's version of events, including the scope of the violence and the role of various actors involved. The paper ignited intense debates, accusations of historical revisionism, and discussions on uncovering the truth behind the tragic events in Indonesia.
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