Civil servants attitude

Civil servants attitude

The different views expressed by senior officials regarding
the attitude of civil servants have added to the confusion in the
matter. I share former home minister Rudini's opinion that civil
servants should not vote for PPP, Golkar or PDI. Civil servants
should not side with any of the three parties because in their
function they serve the nation's and the people's interest. They
should not be subject to or affected by any future political
change.

If civil servants remain neutral, the prolonged and endless
debates on their attitude on voting will cease.

I concur with the opinion that Golkar is not a political
party. It was initially meant to represent the civil service
(group representatives) in the House of Representatives and the
People's Consultative Assembly such as the Armed Forces and
Regional Representatives.

Since the government has recognized PPP, Golkar and PDI as
national assets, it should treat them on an equal basis, without
any discrimination. Besides, the government should be transparent
in fulfilling its tasks and duties in the interest of all people
regardless of their politics.

I am quite aware that the above is not easy for the government
to realize, but since it is logical and objective, and reflects
mature thinking, it is worth considering to attain justice in
both the political and economic fields.

NARIN MANGKUDIHARDJO

Bekasi