Gus Dur's stance on drug trafficking

Gus Dur's stance on drug trafficking

From Suara Karya

President Abdurrahman Wahid, or Gus Dur, is apparently
extremely serious about fighting the problem of narcotics and
prohibited drugs. This was evident from his statement that he
agreed drug traffickers should receive capital punishment because
the problem of drugs has penetrated deep into the life of the
nation.

I think the President's stance has its reasons and deserves to
receive support from us all. Are we resigned to our school-age
children using drugs? I do not think so. Drug trafficking,
especially in large cities, causes us great concern. It has gone
beyond the threshold of tolerance. Can we tolerate the fact that
drugs have entered elementary schools? What will become of our
nation if underaged children use drugs?

Gus Dur's firm stance should grab the attention of all
parties, especially law enforcers. Drug trafficking must be
eradicated. Only adequate law enforcement can prevent and wipe
out drug trafficking in the country. The participation of the
whole community is no less important in fighting the problem of
drugs.

DANANG ARDIANTO

Bogor, West Java