Rather than use his party's parliamentary numbers to push through reform, Mr Yudhoyono has stuck with a timid consensus style, building a bigger, weaker six-party coalition than he needs.

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She and other Islamic feminists believe that by fighting for women's rights within Islam, using the very same texts and doctrines that have proved so oppressive, women may be able to push through reform without being told that they have been indoctrinated by Western infidels.

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Mr Mahuad has also demonstrated an ability to strike the political deals necessary to push through economic reform.

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