Support for ICMI<\/p>\n
I refer to the interview of Bisnis Indonesia with Adi Sasono,
\nthe secretary-general of ICMI (Association of Indonesian Moslem
\nIntellectuals), which appeared in that newspaper's third Sunday
\nedition in December 1995. Certain points drew my attention.<\/p>\n
Adi spoke of a catalytic function; an effort to actualize
\nmobilize the lower layers of society, translating official
\npolicies into practice -- for example, the effort to bring about
\ngreater social equity. He also referred to the effort to honestly
\nsupport policies and, last but not least, Adi spoke of bridging
\ndifferences among the people without creating dichotomies.<\/p>\n
Social injustice exists which could endanger the integrity of
\nthe country as a unitary entity. This social injustice is the
\nresult of the political system, which has shaped the economic and
\nsocial system.<\/p>\n
I support Adi Sasono's ideas. Being an intellectual forum, it
\nis right for ICMI to advocate change and initiate innovations to
\nthe system which, directly or indirectly, has caused social
\ninjustice. The change and innovation should be carried out in a
\npeaceful manner, without resort to violence.<\/p>\n
I would like to comment especially on the effort to mobilize
\nthe society at the grassroots level. This can best be achieved
\nthrough freedom of association for the people; i.e., farmers,
\nworkers, fishermen, journalists, artists and civil servants. Only
\nthrough freedom of association will the people be able to
\novercome social injustice.<\/p>\n
MUCHTAR PAKPAHAN<\/p>\n
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