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