Unemployment

From Berita Buana

It is saddening to learn that many people have to struggle hard every day to find some work in order to earn some money.

I saw dozens of male workers sleeping under the Sunter flyover, in North Jakarta, waiting for somebody who needs their services. They are available to do any kind of work, as long as they are paid.

I happened recently to need three of those people to help dig a ditch along the road opposite my house. I was really touched to learn of their lives. Many of them may be desperate people who need work badly for their livelihood. I also feel proud of them because they strive to work at anything lawful, instead of resorting to criminal acts.

IRWAN PS

Jakarta