The 'Bagito' show insult

I was deeply shocked and disappointed to watch on Oct. 23, 1999 the Bagito show, which was broadcast on Indosiar. In their performance, the Bagito members blatantly insulted President Abdurrahman Wahid (or Gus Dur) by imitating the way Gus Dur behaves in the context of his poor health. The depiction was not humane and it happened when all people want human rights earnestly respected.

Basically, we all wish to be blessed with good health. However, Gus Dur, despite his poor physical condition, has always been striving for the nation's unity and integrity, as well as the safety of the people.

So, all TV station managers should carefully consider in future the material to be aired, following the abuse of human dignity by the Bagito group.

SUDASI

Jakarta