Give Wiranto a chance

Give Wiranto a chance

Even before the presidential decree was made public, military
observers predicted that Gen. Wiranto would be appointed
commander of the Army. A 1968 graduate of the National Military
Academy, Gen. Wiranto is regarded as the most appropriate for the
post both because of his seniority in the Army and because of the
leadership capabilities he has shown so far.

When meeting with participants in the Armed Forces leadership
meeting recently, the President instructed the military to take
action against anyone disturbing the public order, especially
with the upcoming General Session of the People's Consultative
Assembly (MPR) drawing near. The political climate is indeed
showing signs of heating up as rumors detrimental to national
stability are becoming rife.

Gen. Wiranto, who will be assuming his new duties from the
20th of this month, will need the full support of both the Armed
Forces and the public. Wiranto should be given a chance to
consolidate his position in that short time span. Public
participation is essential to ensure that a sense of security and
order prevails, especially with the upcoming General Session of
the MPR in mind.

-- Merdeka, Jakarta