Where's the proof of accusations?

Where's the proof of accusations?

From Pikiran Rakyat

Political use of violence concerning ethnicity, religion, race and group relations (SARA) has been on the increase recently. The cases of Maluku, North Maluku and Aceh remain unsolved, and then the strife in Mataram, Lombok, occurred. It is all very disquieting for the unity of the nation and the country.

However, of even greater concern is the weakness of the intelligence system and our continued reliance on branding other as instigators. In the case of Lombok, the accusation is directed at Eggi Sudjana, chairman of the Indonesian Muslim Workers Brotherhood (PPMI).

The most deplorable aspect is the absence of any accurate investigation to prove the involvement of somebody in a case. Subjectivity probably overrules objectivity. This worsens the situation because, without proper investigation, a case will only push a particular group into a corner and give rise to suspicion among groups.

The problem will only result in uncertainty and delay in resolution of the real problem.

Therefore, we members of PPMI in Bandung hope that all sides take an objective stance and adhere to rational instead of emotional actions.

PPMI Bandung, as the coordinator of the PPMI forum in West Java, states the following:

1. The government must establish an investigative team to look for truthful information in the Mataram case.

2. PPMI Bandung is ready to cooperate with the government in setting up the investigative team.

3. PPMI Bandung appeals to the community to be cautious in facing misleading rumors.

KHOTIMI BAHRI

Bandung