DPR candidates

From Merdeka

Parties have been in existence for quite some time in this country. Then why have the sociopolitical organizations chosen someone to represent us in such a slapdash way, without even looking first into the person's background?

Being a simple person, I very much hope to be represented by someone who has potential. In other words, a representative should not be chosen in a childish manner, as if it were a game of shooting marbles. Sitting in the House of Representatives is by no means a game.

According to politicians, members of the House should possess leadership qualities. They should not be artists or merchants. Therefore, I hope the sociopolitical organizations will give this matter its utmost attention.

I am inviting the organizations to further consider the subject. Where is the public heading if a Dangdut singer or a film actor becomes a member of the House of Representatives? I hope the three contesting parties will review their candidates. I do not think it would be so hard to find qualified candidates.

FENDI SUKARDI

Bogor, West Java