In this issue, Index on Censorship magazine explores the mixed reaction to the Soviet Union’s new policy of greater openness and “restructuring” proclaimed by the Gorbachev leadership.
USSR: Gorbachev’s new “openness” policies
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Kenya: More arrests and signs of torture
In this issue, Index examines the infringement of civil rights, particularly freedom of expression, in Ghana, Kenya, and South Africa.
Temptation: This year’s winner of the Erasmus Prize
In this issue, Index interviews Vaclav Havel, a playwright who has not seen his work performed in 18 years. His new play, Temptation, is in the issue.
Chile: Media censorship heightens following assassination attempt
In this issue, Index examines the media crackdown spreading throughout the Chile in the wake of the September 7 attempted assassination of General Pinochet.
Philippines: The press under Aquino
In this issue, Index on Censorship magazine explores the mixed reaction to the Soviet Union’s new policy of greater openness and “restructuring” proclaimed by the Gorbachev leadership.
South Africa: How we cope
In this issue, Index reports on the limitations on freedom of the press in South Africa following the 12 June declaration of a State of Emergency.
Andrei Sinyavsky: My life
In this issue, Index reports on Andrei Sinyavsky’s new memoir which outlines his experiences as a writer and Russian dissident.
Xu Wenli: From a Chinese prison
In this issue, Index publishes excerpts from a 262-page manuscript Chinese editor, Xu Wenli, has managed to smuggle out of prison.
Argentina: Generals on trial
In this issue, Index explores the trial of nine former Argentine generals and the likely consequences.
Nunca Mas: Argentina’s 9,000 “disappeared” persons
In this issue, Index publishes excerpts from Nunca Mas, the report commissioned by Argentinian President Alfonsin on the 9,000 disappearances in Argentina.
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