Blessing in disguise

The presence in Jakarta of a large number of demonstrators, especially the 50,000 strong ready-to-die supporters from East Java, will create a serious logistical and accommodation problem. And on top of this is the inevitable chaos that will occur if a third party adds fuel to the already tense situation. A single shot, a single Molotov cocktail thrown upon a large crowd will be enough to create panic and chaos, fear and anxiety. If that happens there will be a disaster.

Be that as it may, the presence of the ready-to-die supporters, and their illegal training grounds in Banyuwangi, is a blessing in disguise, and might be able to become a source of foreign currency and a solution to many problems the country is facing.

The claim that by undergoing training in Banyuwangi a person can become invincible, so that no bullet, no dagger or samurai sword or knife, no grenade explosion, as shown on television, can do any harm. This phenomenon should be communicated to the outside world.

I am sure in a short time many people from foreign countries, especially from the military, from intelligence agencies like CIA, FBI, Scotland Yard etc. will flock to Banyuwangi eager to undergo their training. Also, the claim by certain ready-to-die leaders that they can climb tall building like lizards and are able to make themselves invisible will surely attract the attention of people worldwide. So at the same time Banyuwangi will become a tourist attraction and hence earn foreign currency for the benefit of the country.

HADI HARTOYO

Jakarta