New Masyumi confusing

New Masyumi confusing

From Media Indonesia

The news reports on the new Masyumi, or Masyumi-Ridwan, published in the media are confusing and difficult to digest.

First, I think the name of the new Masyumi was adopted from a popular Islamic party that was banned in the 1960s because of its association with some members of the armed forces. Clearly, Ridwan exploits it. So, the consideration in establishing a new organization needs confidence.

Second, Ridwan's statement was inaccurate and confusing. On one occasion he said that the new Masyumi will eventually become a political party, but on another he suggested that the establishment of the organization was to meet Moslem demand.

Clearly his two statements contradict each other. He doesn't want the organization to be politically oriented. But the fact is that he tends to give political weight to Masyumi.

SAIFUR NASAR UTAMA

Denpasar, Bali