Lesson from Lopa for the elite

Lesson from Lopa for the elite

From Rakyat Merdeka

We were all shocked by Baharuddin Lopa's untimely death in the
middle of his attempts to bring to trial corruptors (some
pretending to be reformists and often quoting the Prophet's
sayings) rampant in the legislature, executive body, judiciary as
well as business tycoons who had collaborated with corrupt
politicians.

The presence of a "sponsor" was even suspected behind Lopa's
well-meaning actions. Firm in his determination to uphold truth
and justice, he boldly stated: "Even if the sky were to fall,
justice must be upheld".

It is indeed sad that the Almighty has summoned a man of such
integrity and honesty just when the nation needed someone like
him.

Is this a curse on the nation brought about by the presence of
so many corruptors and bootlickers who pretend to understand the
people's suffering.

The elite in the legislature, executive body and judiciary who
are simply sloganeers have a lot to learn from Lopa about
honesty, simplicity, hard work and dedication to the people.

RUSDIANTO

Jakarta