The government, through Ministry of Communication and Digital (Komdigi), is currently reviewing a proposal that would limit Indonesians to having only one social media account per person. The idea, pushed by a lawmaker from the Gerindra Party, aims to reduce fake or anonymous accounts that spread hoaxes, hate speech, and online fraud. At first glance, the proposal may sound like a bold solution to clean up our digital space. But upon closer inspection, it is both legally fragile and politically hazardous. To subscribe please click here
