Act in the name of reform
Act in the name of reform
From Sinar Pagi
I agree with Jati Hartana's opinion (Sinar Pagi, May 21) that
many people now act in the name of reform but actually do so out
of self-interest.
They may be opportunists. I prefer to refer to them as
"advertising reformists". As such they offer goods and services
with the objective to gain a profit. It is true of the people who
loudly proclaim reform, in front of students in particular and
the community in general, in order to gain the sympathy of the
masses (perhaps for the presidency). They do not deserve to hold
a position in government, let alone become the president.
Without lacking respect for the students, the reformists and
the advertising reformists, I would like to suggest that they
take a rest and give President Habibie a chance to prove his
statement that he and his Cabinet will improve our economy, which
is in a decrepit state.
The people are fed up with political problems. They want to
enjoy good meals and live peacefully. What is the use of
supporting reform if it does not benefit the people?
I agree with the stance taken by Megawati Soekarnoputri, who
has not joined the voices of reform. I will support her party.
JOHANES KOKO AW
Jakarta
From Sinar Pagi
I agree with Jati Hartana's opinion (Sinar Pagi, May 21) that
many people now act in the name of reform but actually do so out
of self-interest.
They may be opportunists. I prefer to refer to them as
"advertising reformists". As such they offer goods and services
with the objective to gain a profit. It is true of the people who
loudly proclaim reform, in front of students in particular and
the community in general, in order to gain the sympathy of the
masses (perhaps for the presidency). They do not deserve to hold
a position in government, let alone become the president.
Without lacking respect for the students, the reformists and
the advertising reformists, I would like to suggest that they
take a rest and give President Habibie a chance to prove his
statement that he and his Cabinet will improve our economy, which
is in a decrepit state.
The people are fed up with political problems. They want to
enjoy good meals and live peacefully. What is the use of
supporting reform if it does not benefit the people?
I agree with the stance taken by Megawati Soekarnoputri, who
has not joined the voices of reform. I will support her party.
JOHANES KOKO AW
Jakarta