Election victims

Election victims

From Forum Keadilan

The election is over and the dominant Golkar was again the winner. But one disturbing question is still on my mind and it relates to the status of the 234 people who died in the election campaign. In my opinion, the victims are Indonesian citizens, not simply sympathizers of a certain party, rioters or an anonymous group of people, or whatever you like to call them. Their status is uncertain, and their deaths were not recognized by the state.

Therefore, we should not be too permissive by forgiving those who are responsible for so many deaths. In a democratic country, the human rights body should be able to duly respect the victims. Democracy should not be implemented at the cost of people's lives, let alone be considered a "sacred offering". I would be very proud and happy if Golkar managed this country the best it could, which is a legitimate mandate given by the people.

DANIEL T.A. HARAHAP

Cibinong, West Java