Hang up on the phone tap probe<\/p>\n
From Merdeka<\/p>\n
The alleged tapping of a telephone conversation between
\nPresident B.J. Habibie and Attorney General Andi M. Ghalib during
\nthe country's protracted crisis has drawn a lot of attention.<\/p>\n
The case is deplorable, but it is more saddening if the
\nmaterial of the conversation is true. In fact, there should be no
\ndoubt about the veracity of the material. It can be proven by the
\norder from President Habibie to Minister of Defense and
\nSecurity\/Armed Forces Commander Gen. Wiranto to investigate the
\nculprits.<\/p>\n
The hope of the Indonesian nation and people to be led by the
\ncountry's best son is apparently not fulfilled. The tapped
\nconversation shows we are led by a group of people who behave
\nlike the mafia. They unrelentingly attack their political enemies
\nand indiscriminately defend their cronies in the New Order.
\nIronic indeed.<\/p>\n
Nevertheless, we must salute Habibie who did not deny the
\ncontents of the recording. As the man in power, he has ordered a
\nthorough investigation of the case and punishment for the culprit
\nin accordance with the laws in force, without considering if the
\nconversation is ethical or is emotionally damaging to the nation
\nwhich relies heavily on him.<\/p>\n
The main target is Arifin Panigoro, who dared to help
\nreformist students to oppose Habibie's policies.<\/p>\n
We were prepared for Andi M. Ghalib's denial considering his
\nattitude; it was only fitting that students sent him a hen a few
\nmonths ago.<\/p>\n
I suggest Habibie not continue with the investigation of the
\ncase. We cannot imagine what will possibly happen if the case
\ndrags on. Forgive them, Mr. President, just as the majority of
\nthe Indonesian people have forgiven you for betraying the message
\nof the People's Consultative Assembly. Let this incident enrich
\nthe historical records of our beloved nation.<\/p>\n
In future, the officials in power should not take shelter
\nbehind the laws. They should not institutionalize unjust laws.
\nGive precedence to the nation's interests over personal and group
\ninterests. May God Almighty always give us his protection and
\nmercy.<\/p>\n
H. NURMANSYAH<\/p>\n
Padang, West Sumatra<\/p>", "url": "https:\/\/jawawa.id\/newsitem\/hang-up-on-the-phone-tap-probe-1447893297", "image": "" }, "sponsor": "Okusi Associates", "sponsor_url": "https:\/\/okusiassociates.com" }