Tadjus quits the race

Tadjus quits the race

JAKARTA (JP): Chairman of Golkar's city branch office Tadjus
Sobirin announced his withdrawal from the list of proposed
candidates for Jakarta's next governor yesterday.

Tadjus said his name was proposed because he was the party's
chairman.

"Since the beginning, I had no intention to become Jakarta's
next governor. I know my ability. After following some of the
governor's activities, I realize I can't follow too many official
events. I hope my decision can be understood," Tadjus said.

He said he has urged new Golkar councilors to support the
nomination of Jakarta Military Commander Maj. Gen. Sutiyoso as
the next governor.

Tadjus' withdrawal reduces the number of candidates proposed
by the City Council on July 2 from 12 to six.

Five other proposed candidates who have withdrawn are former
Jakarta military commander Lt. Gen. A.M. Hendropriyono, former
City Council speaker M.H. Ritonga, incumbent Governor Surjadi
Soedirdja, deputy governor of development and economic affairs
Tb.M. Rais and deputy governor of administrative affairs Idroes.
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