Investigation of wealth

Investigation of wealth

I'm writing this letter in response to statements made by
Amien Rais, chairman of the Muhammadyah, concerning investigating
the personal wealth of former president Soeharto and his family.

We must be wise in responding his statement. And we must be
wise to the fact that Soeharto was not alone during his term in
power for the past 32 years. As was mentioned by Amien Rais,
following a legal process, and it was found that the wealth was
illegally gained, then that wealth should be returned to the
people.

As regards to Soeharto, due to his great contribution to the
nation, a "pardon" could possibly be considered. But as far as
his children are concerned, if they are proven guilty, there
should be "no pardon" for them.

As an layman, I wish to suggest the following:

* Investigations should also be conducted against former
president Soeharto's ministers and their families, without
exception.

* All governors, mayors, regents and their respective families
during Soeharto's reign should also be investigated.

The silent majority know what has happened during the New
Order's rule -- namely corruption, collusion and nepotism.

I hope the era of reform will bring about the desired results
with God's blessings.

DADANG R

Bandung, West Java