The news article discusses the decline of democracy in Southeast Asia, highlighting events such as the rise of authoritarian leaders in the Philippines and Indonesia, and the armed conflict in Myanmar. It also mentions the crackdown on Press Freedom in the region, with examples such as the revocation of a broadcasting license in the Philippines. The article emphasizes the importance of LGBTQ+ rights as benchmarks for democracy. The author suggests that external criticism may not be effective in promoting change and that it should come from within through vibrant civil societies.

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